Rainbow Room of Ellis County Annual Fun Run

Saturday, April 15, 2023 Past event

11:15 AM CDT

Waxahachie, Texas

$32.80–$48.70 · 3 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Rainbow Room of Ellis County Annual Fun Run, taking place on Saturday, April 15th, 2023, in the beautiful city of Waxahachie, Texas! This exciting event not only promotes health and fitness but also raises awareness for National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Participants can choose between a fun one-mile walk or a challenging 5K run, both set against the scenic backdrop of the Waxahachie Bike/Walk Trail.

The festivities kick off at Railyard Park, with check-in starting at 8 a.m. and the Fun Run activities launching at 9:30 a.m. This free community race aims to support children's urgent needs in Ellis County, with all donations going directly to the Rainbow Room, which provides essential supplies for children in crisis. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit while making a positive impact on the lives of local children. Don’t miss out on this uplifting event that combines the joy of running with a great cause!

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Races

5k Run

Incl. $3.70 Fee & Race T-shirt

The 5k event will start across from Railyard Park before the old bridge on the Waxahachie Bike and Hike Trail. It will be ran along the same trail 1.55 miles out and back. We will have chipped bibs and digital results available.

10:30 AM CDT

$48.70

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1 Mile Fun Run

Incl. $2.80 Fee & Race T-shirt

The 5k event will start across from Railyard Park before the old bridge on the Waxahachie Bike and Hike Trail. It will be ran along the same trail .5 miles out and back. We will have chipped bibs and digital results available.

11:15 AM CDT

$32.80

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5k Run Student

Incl. $3.70 Fee & Race T-shirt

The 5k event will start across from Railyard Park before the old bridge on the Waxahachie Bike and Hike Trail. It will be ran along the same trail 1.55 miles out and back. We will have chipped bibs and digital results available. Save $10 off the registration fee if you are a student- by using the coupon code STUDENT.

10:30 AM CDT

$48.70

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Organiser's description

Join us for our annual Fun Run/Walk in recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April. Participants will tackle either a one-mile or a 5k track. The Fun Run will begin at Railyard Park in Waxahachie. Both courses will be on the Waxahachie Bike/Walk Trail. Check-in will begin at 8 a.m. and the Fun Run activities will begin at 9:30 a.m. This is a free race for the community to raise awareness for child abuse and our organization. Donations are accepted and appreciated. All proceeds go directly to children's needs in Ellis County.

The Rainbow Room provides for the immediate and urgent needs of these children and supports the Child Protective Services caseworkers who help them. When a caseworker has to remove a child from the home due to abuse or neglect, that child often comes into care with just the clothes on his back. The Rainbow Room is an actual room, filled with emergency supplies such as diapers, formula, hygiene items, and school supplies, which the caseworker can access 24 / 7, to get the items they need for their kids. Other items, such as clothes, car seats, and beds, are purchased as necessary. Ultimately, it is the Rainbow Rooms mission to keep these children safe and to help them reach their full potential.