Pi Day 5k: a 3.14 Miler
- Date Sat 15th March 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Lansing, Michigan
- Price $49.31
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for a fun-filled day at the Pi Day 5K happening on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Hawk Island Park in Lansing, Michigan! This exciting 3.14-mile race not only promotes health and wellness but also supports the Impression 5 Science Center's scholarship program, providing access to science education for children and families in the community. Participants can look forward to a vibrant race atmosphere, complete with a t-shirt, a finisher medal, and a delicious slice of pie from the Grand Traverse Pie Company waiting for them at the finish line!
The race kicks off at 9:00 AM for the 10K and 9:10 AM for the 5K, with various age group categories ensuring everyone has a chance to shine. Registration fees start at just $30 for early birds and increase as race day approaches, so be sure to sign up early! For those who can't attend in person, a virtual option is also available, allowing you to join in on the fun from anywhere. Don't miss out on this unique event that combines fitness, community spirit, and a love for science!
The race kicks off at 9:00 AM for the 10K and 9:10 AM for the 5K, with various age group categories ensuring everyone has a chance to shine. Registration fees start at just $30 for early birds and increase as race day approaches, so be sure to sign up early! For those who can't attend in person, a virtual option is also available, allowing you to join in on the fun from anywhere. Don't miss out on this unique event that combines fitness, community spirit, and a love for science!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR A PI DAY 5K ON MARCH 15, 2025!
Join us for the Pi Day 5k, taking place on Saturday March 15 at Hawk Island Park. This fun-run raises money for Impression 5 Science Center's scholarship program. Impression 5 Science Center is a dynamic, interactive space for families to play, create, and challenge their understanding of science together. By participating in this event, youll support their scholarship programs, which increase access to their exhibits and experiences for children and families throughout our community. All participants receive a t-shirt, medal and free slice of pie after the race! If participating isn't the right fit, there is also an opportunity to volunteer during the event.
RACE DETAILS
LOCATION: HAWK ISLAND PARK, 1601 E CAVANAUGH RD, LANSING, MI 48910
START TIME: 9:00 am on Saturday March 15, 2025. The 10k will start at 9:00 AM and the 5k will start at 9:10 AM.
ENTRY FEE: Early bird registration $30 EXTENDED until November 30, 2024. Registration is $40 from December 1, 2024 through February 22, 2025. Registration increases February 23, 2025 to $45.
THIS YEAR, AS A PARTICIPANT, YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO:
Pie from Grand Traverse Pie Company for all participants
Finisher medal for everyone who completes the race
5K race t-shirt included with registration
First place winners receive: Full pie from Grand Traverse Pie Company OR Playmakers gift card
First, Second and Third place finishers will receive 50% off registration to a future Mi Community Event race (details to follow)
Age Groups: Under 14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+.
EARLY PACKET PICK UP: Friday March 14, 2025 4:00 PM-6:00 PM at the Playmakers Community Room, 2299 W Grand River Ave, Okemos, MI 48864.
DAY OF PACKET PICK UP: check in will begin at 8 AM prior to the race at Hawk Island in the Red Tail Pavilion.
PARKING: Parking fee will be added to your registration upon check out. Show your email confirmation/registration or race bib upon entering park. If you have a Ingham County Parking Pass please reach out to us at [email protected] before registering.
RESULTS: Your accurate chip time and current overall and age group place will be texted to your phone and live on this site. Timing done by Michigan Running Foundation.
No-shows to the race will forfeit their shirt and finisher medal.
VIRTUAL PI DAY 5K: If you can't make the race and still want to participate, sign up for the virtual race and we will mail out a shirt and medal to you! Cost is $45 and includes shipping. There are no placement awards for the virtual event. Virtual event registration closes March 13th. Registrations received on or before March 10, will be mailed on March 11th. Registrations received after March 10 will be mailed out on March 13th.
Join us for the Pi Day 5k, taking place on Saturday March 15 at Hawk Island Park. This fun-run raises money for Impression 5 Science Center's scholarship program. Impression 5 Science Center is a dynamic, interactive space for families to play, create, and challenge their understanding of science together. By participating in this event, youll support their scholarship programs, which increase access to their exhibits and experiences for children and families throughout our community. All participants receive a t-shirt, medal and free slice of pie after the race! If participating isn't the right fit, there is also an opportunity to volunteer during the event.
RACE DETAILS
LOCATION: HAWK ISLAND PARK, 1601 E CAVANAUGH RD, LANSING, MI 48910
START TIME: 9:00 am on Saturday March 15, 2025. The 10k will start at 9:00 AM and the 5k will start at 9:10 AM.
ENTRY FEE: Early bird registration $30 EXTENDED until November 30, 2024. Registration is $40 from December 1, 2024 through February 22, 2025. Registration increases February 23, 2025 to $45.
THIS YEAR, AS A PARTICIPANT, YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO:
Pie from Grand Traverse Pie Company for all participants
Finisher medal for everyone who completes the race
5K race t-shirt included with registration
First place winners receive: Full pie from Grand Traverse Pie Company OR Playmakers gift card
First, Second and Third place finishers will receive 50% off registration to a future Mi Community Event race (details to follow)
Age Groups: Under 14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+.
EARLY PACKET PICK UP: Friday March 14, 2025 4:00 PM-6:00 PM at the Playmakers Community Room, 2299 W Grand River Ave, Okemos, MI 48864.
DAY OF PACKET PICK UP: check in will begin at 8 AM prior to the race at Hawk Island in the Red Tail Pavilion.
PARKING: Parking fee will be added to your registration upon check out. Show your email confirmation/registration or race bib upon entering park. If you have a Ingham County Parking Pass please reach out to us at [email protected] before registering.
RESULTS: Your accurate chip time and current overall and age group place will be texted to your phone and live on this site. Timing done by Michigan Running Foundation.
No-shows to the race will forfeit their shirt and finisher medal.
VIRTUAL PI DAY 5K: If you can't make the race and still want to participate, sign up for the virtual race and we will mail out a shirt and medal to you! Cost is $45 and includes shipping. There are no placement awards for the virtual event. Virtual event registration closes March 13th. Registrations received on or before March 10, will be mailed on March 11th. Registrations received after March 10 will be mailed out on March 13th.
Races
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Pi Day 5k - in Person
Incl. $4.31 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 15th March 2025 (9:15AM EDT)
$49.31
CLOSED -
2 Pi - 10k
Incl. $4.31 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 15th March 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$49.31
CLOSED -
Pi Day 5k - Virtual
Incl. $4.31 Fee & T-Shirt
$49.31
CLOSED
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