Pinwheel 5k: A Race to End Child Abuse

Saturday, April 29, 2023 Past event
10:00 AM CDT
Valparaiso, Indiana
$38.10 · 1 race
5km

Event summary

Join us for the Pinwheel 5K: A Race to End Child Abuse on Saturday, April 29, 2023, in Valparaiso, Porter, at the picturesque Sunset Hill Farms. This uplifting event kicks off at 9 AM, where participants will run to raise awareness and funds for older youth in the care of the Department of Child Services, supporting their educational aspirations. With a scenic off-road course, this race promises an invigorating experience for runners of all ages.

Early packet pick-up will be available on April 27 and 28 at Extra Mile Fitness Co., ensuring a smooth start for all participants. On race day, registration opens at 7:30 AM, but be sure to register online in advance to secure your spot and shirt size! Enjoy free on-site parking, water stations along the course, and a celebratory awards ceremony for top finishers in various age categories right after the race. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a vibrant community event—come run with us rain or shine!

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  • 5k Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    10:00 AM CDT

    $38.10

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Organiser's description

Race date: Saturday, April 29, 2023

Race Start Time: 9AM

Location: Sunset Hill Farms

Early packet pick up will be available on 4/27 & 4/28 from 11AM - 6PM at the Extra Mile Fitness Co., 3400 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso, IN

Onsite registration and packet pick up will start at the race site at 7:30AM. ALL REGISTRATION WILL BE ONLINE. PARTICIPANTS WANTING TO REGISTER ON RACE DAY SHOULD REGISTER ONLINE BEFORE COMING TO THE RACE SITE.

Shirt sizes and availability only guaranteed if registered before 4/15

Free parking will be available on site on the south lawn of Sunset Hill Farms, water will be provided to runners at the halfway mark, awards will be presented immediately following the conclusion of the race. Due to this being an off road race, there will be no strollers or wagons allowed on the course. The event will take place rain or shine.

Proceeds from this race will go to older youth in the care of the Department of Child Services for educational purposes.

Awards:

Overall Male/Female, Overall Masters ( >= 40 yr) Male/Female, Top 3 Male/Female in the following age groups: 0-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-80, 80+.

Location

775 Meridian Rd, Valparaiso, 46385, IN, United States

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