Run Like a Fool 5K
- Date Sun 13th April 2025
- Time 8:45AM PDT
- Location Olympia, Washington
- Price Free - $38.37
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the Run Like a Fool 5K on Sunday, April 13, 2025, in the picturesque city of Olympia, Thurston! This vibrant and festive race, held annually around April Fool's Day, invites participants to don their wackiest costumes as they tackle a flat and fast course that winds around the scenic Capitol Lake. With two laps to complete, runners can enjoy a spirited atmosphere while competing for a spot among the 300 available entries for the 5K.
The event also features a free Kids' Run, perfect for children aged 12 and under, which kicks off at 8:45 AM, followed by the 5K race starting shortly after at approximately 9:00 AM. Don’t miss your chance to join this exciting community event—registration fees start at just $35, with discounts available for groups and Club Oly members. Capture the memories with free downloadable photos from talented photographers on the course. Mark your calendars and prepare for a day of laughter, community, and a bit of friendly competition in Olympia!
The event also features a free Kids' Run, perfect for children aged 12 and under, which kicks off at 8:45 AM, followed by the 5K race starting shortly after at approximately 9:00 AM. Don’t miss your chance to join this exciting community event—registration fees start at just $35, with discounts available for groups and Club Oly members. Capture the memories with free downloadable photos from talented photographers on the course. Mark your calendars and prepare for a day of laughter, community, and a bit of friendly competition in Olympia!
Organiser's Description
RUN LIKE A FOOL 5K AND KIDS' RUN
RUN LIKE A FOOL IS A FUN AND FESTIVE 5K HELD ANNUALLY AROUND APRIL FOOLS' DAY IN OLYMPIA. WHAT WACKY COSTUME WILL YOU BRING TO THE STARTING LINE?
THE COURSE IS FLAT AND FAST WITH TWO LAPS AROUND SCENIC CAPITOL LAKE.
THE DONUT DASH 5K SOLD OUT, SO BE SURE TO REGISTER NOW TO SECURE YOUR SPOT. THE RACE IS LIMITED TO 300 IN THE 5K AND 150 KIDS.
REGISTRATION:
$35 REGULAR REGISTRATION
$40 -- APRIL 6 -12, 2025
$45 -- RACE DAY, APRIL 13
CLUB OLY MEMBERS RECEIVE $5 OFF AT CHECKOUT.
GROUPS OF 4 REGISTERING TOGETHER: $10 OFF PER PERSON
GROUPS OF 5 OR MORE REGISTERING TOGETHER: $13 OFF PER PERSON
Group registrations are not eligible for the member discount.
KIDS' RUN (12 AND UNDER): FREE
DAY OF RACE DETAILS:
FREE KIDS' RACE STARTS AT 8:45 AM
5K STARTS IMMEDIATELY AFTER KIDS RUN (APPROX. 9:00 AM)
PHOTOGRAPHY:
TERRI OBERG FROM OBERGPHOTO AND OTHER CLUB OLY MEMBERS WILL BE ON THE COURSE TAKING PICTURES OF THE RUNNERS. PICTURES ARE FREE TO DOWNLOAD. CHECK OUT PICTURES FROM LAST YEAR'S RACE BELOW.
PHOTOS 2024 [https://www.obergphoto.com/2024-Run-Like-a-Fool-Club-Oly-Running/n-7GMqqz/i-sDb4DDx]
RUN LIKE A FOOL COMMUNITY ON FACEBOOK [https://www.facebook.com/runlikeafool]
RUN LIKE A FOOL IS A FUN AND FESTIVE 5K HELD ANNUALLY AROUND APRIL FOOLS' DAY IN OLYMPIA. WHAT WACKY COSTUME WILL YOU BRING TO THE STARTING LINE?
THE COURSE IS FLAT AND FAST WITH TWO LAPS AROUND SCENIC CAPITOL LAKE.
THE DONUT DASH 5K SOLD OUT, SO BE SURE TO REGISTER NOW TO SECURE YOUR SPOT. THE RACE IS LIMITED TO 300 IN THE 5K AND 150 KIDS.
REGISTRATION:
$35 REGULAR REGISTRATION
$40 -- APRIL 6 -12, 2025
$45 -- RACE DAY, APRIL 13
CLUB OLY MEMBERS RECEIVE $5 OFF AT CHECKOUT.
GROUPS OF 4 REGISTERING TOGETHER: $10 OFF PER PERSON
GROUPS OF 5 OR MORE REGISTERING TOGETHER: $13 OFF PER PERSON
Group registrations are not eligible for the member discount.
KIDS' RUN (12 AND UNDER): FREE
DAY OF RACE DETAILS:
FREE KIDS' RACE STARTS AT 8:45 AM
5K STARTS IMMEDIATELY AFTER KIDS RUN (APPROX. 9:00 AM)
PHOTOGRAPHY:
TERRI OBERG FROM OBERGPHOTO AND OTHER CLUB OLY MEMBERS WILL BE ON THE COURSE TAKING PICTURES OF THE RUNNERS. PICTURES ARE FREE TO DOWNLOAD. CHECK OUT PICTURES FROM LAST YEAR'S RACE BELOW.
PHOTOS 2024 [https://www.obergphoto.com/2024-Run-Like-a-Fool-Club-Oly-Running/n-7GMqqz/i-sDb4DDx]
RUN LIKE A FOOL COMMUNITY ON FACEBOOK [https://www.facebook.com/runlikeafool]
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.37 Fee & Custom DeFeet Socks
Sun 13th April 2025 (9:00AM PDT)
$38.37
The race is 2 loops around Capitol Lake. -
Kids' Run
Sun 13th April 2025 (8:45AM PDT)
Free
Kids 12 and under can enter to run the kids' race that will take place before the 5k and will be just under 1 mile. Parents are welcome to run/walk with their kids.
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