Run for the Pool!

Monday, May 29, 2023 Past event
8:00 AM EDT
Paden City, West Virginia
$27.50 · 2 races
5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting "Run for the Pool!" event taking place on Monday, May 29, 2023, in beautiful Paden City, Wetzel. This vibrant 5k Run/Walk kicks off at 8:00 AM, with all proceeds supporting the beloved local public pool and splash pad. Participants will enjoy a scenic route along the lovely walking trail at Paden City Park, winding through picturesque residential streets and alongside the river.

This family-friendly event welcomes all furry friends too—dogs and cats can join the fun at no extra cost, as long as they are on a leash! The race will start and finish at Paden City's Pool, where packet pickup and registration will be available from 6:30 to 7:45 AM. With awards for top participants in various categories, including male and female runners and walkers across different age groups, there's plenty of incentive to give it your all. Plus, children aged 5 and under can participate for free! Don’t miss this chance to support a great cause while enjoying a day of fitness and community spirit. Join us for a fantastic time in Paden City!

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Races

  • Run for the Pool! 5k Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:00 AM EDT

    $27.50

    Entries closed
  • Run for the Pool! 5k Walk

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:00 AM EDT

    $27.50

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

Friends of PC Pool is hosting a 5k Run/Walk Monday, May 29, 2023 @ 8:00am. All proceeds will go to supporting Paden City's public pool and splash pad; lifeguard certifications, maintenance, improvements, and free swim days for everyone! The race will run the lovely walking trail at Paden City's park, located along the river and through some residential streets in town. Please join us! Dogs (and cats) are welcome to participate at no cost - but they must be on a leash.

*Paper registration forms are available at and can be returned to Paden City Public Library, 114 South 4th Avenue. They can also be printed from the Event Info page under the Registration Details button and returned to the library*

The race will begin and end at Paden City's Pool (packet pickup and registration will be there too from 6:30 - 7:45am). The route is handicap friendly, but there are some steep and wooded areas. Parking is available at the park by the baseball fields or the pool parking lot. Overflow parking will be available on Main Street behind the Post Office (side closest to the park) and directly across the street at the City Building. (Please do not use the lot in front of the Post Office (closest to the highway) it belongs to the Fire Department and may be needed in case of emergencies.)

*Children age 5 and under can participate for Free! Must use a paper application - just pay for a T-shirt if you'd like one!

We have awards for 1st & 2nd Place of the following categories:
-Male Walker
-Female Walker
-Male Runner (age 6-24)
-Female Runner (age 6-24)
-Male Runner (25 & up)
-Female Runner (25 & up)

Location

200 South 2nd Avenue, Paden City, 26159, WV, United States

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