Running o' the Path 2024 presented by Crete Community Runners Association
- Date Sat 16th March 2024
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Crete, Illinois
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and celebrate St. Patrick's Day at the Running o' the Path 2024! This exciting community event will take place on Saturday, March 16, 2024, in the charming town of Crete, Illinois. Participants will have the opportunity to run, jog, or walk along the scenic Crete Bike Trail, covering a distance of approximately 2.7 miles—just shy of a 5K.
This untimed fun run is perfect for all ages and fitness levels, making it a fantastic way to kick off the festivities of the season. As you make your way down the trail, keep your eyes peeled for delightful surprises, including the chance to spot a leprechaun! The event is free, but donations are encouraged, with proceeds benefiting the Crete Park Pals. After the run, join fellow participants at Smokey Jo's Craft Bar and Kitchen for delicious food and drink specials, including a $9 Shamrock Breakfast Special. Whether you're looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll or a spirited run, the Running o' the Path promises a memorable day filled with community spirit and St. Patrick's Day cheer!
This untimed fun run is perfect for all ages and fitness levels, making it a fantastic way to kick off the festivities of the season. As you make your way down the trail, keep your eyes peeled for delightful surprises, including the chance to spot a leprechaun! The event is free, but donations are encouraged, with proceeds benefiting the Crete Park Pals. After the run, join fellow participants at Smokey Jo's Craft Bar and Kitchen for delicious food and drink specials, including a $9 Shamrock Breakfast Special. Whether you're looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll or a spirited run, the Running o' the Path promises a memorable day filled with community spirit and St. Patrick's Day cheer!
Organiser's Description
It's time to SHAM-ROCK-RUN! The Crete Community Runners Association [https://www.creterunners.org/] is hosting a St. Patrick's themed fun run - the Running o' the Path! In conjunction with the Crete Park District [https://cretepark.com/] and in support of the Crete Park Pals [https://cretepark.com/crete-park-pals-foundation/], we will be running and walking the beautiful Crete Bike Trail! The path is approximately 2.7 miles - just under a 5k. We will begin the race at Lions Park and make our way down the trail and back. This is an untimed event, so feel free to run, jog or walk at your own pace. Watch for surprises along the trail...you just might spot a leprechaun!
This is a FREE community event for all ages and paces. The CCRA will be collecting donations that will be split 50/50 with the Crete Park District in support of Park Pals!
Please join us at our sponsor restaurant Smokey Jo's Craft Bar and Kitchen [https://www.smokeyjos.com/]! after the run for food and drink specials - maybe even some green beer!* Smokey Jo's Specials: $5 Runners Bloody Mary & Mimosas until 12pm; $9 Shamrock Breakfast Special: 2 eggs, choice of meat & vegetables served with toast.
T-shirts are available for PURCHASE, with all proceeds being split with the Park Pals!
THIS EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE! WE WILL ONLY CANCEL FOR UNSAFE WEATHER CONDITIONS. PLEASE KEEP CHECKING THE FACEBOOK PAGE FOR UPDATES: HTTPS://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/GROUPS/1698409503908853/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1698409503908853/]
_*No alcohol is allowed at the event. Please wait until you get to Smokey Jo's to enjoy a drink!_
This is a FREE community event for all ages and paces. The CCRA will be collecting donations that will be split 50/50 with the Crete Park District in support of Park Pals!
Please join us at our sponsor restaurant Smokey Jo's Craft Bar and Kitchen [https://www.smokeyjos.com/]! after the run for food and drink specials - maybe even some green beer!* Smokey Jo's Specials: $5 Runners Bloody Mary & Mimosas until 12pm; $9 Shamrock Breakfast Special: 2 eggs, choice of meat & vegetables served with toast.
T-shirts are available for PURCHASE, with all proceeds being split with the Park Pals!
THIS EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE! WE WILL ONLY CANCEL FOR UNSAFE WEATHER CONDITIONS. PLEASE KEEP CHECKING THE FACEBOOK PAGE FOR UPDATES: HTTPS://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/GROUPS/1698409503908853/ [https://www.facebook.com/groups/1698409503908853/]
_*No alcohol is allowed at the event. Please wait until you get to Smokey Jo's to enjoy a drink!_
Races
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Running O' the Path 2024 Presented by Crete Community Runners Association
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 16th March 2024 (10:00AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDStreet parking is available. This is an untimed and unmeasured fun run. We approximate the path run to be about 2.7 miles from start to finish.
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