RunVermont // SBRP Youth Fun Run

  • Date Sat 21st February 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EST
  • Location South Burlington, Vermont
  • Price Free
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

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Event summary

Get ready for a fun-filled morning at the RunVermont SBRP Youth Fun Run on Saturday, February 21st, 2026, in South Burlington, Chittenden! Kicking off at 9:00 AM from the Rick Marcotte Central School, this exciting event offers young participants a choice between a 1/2-mile and a 1-mile run along the beautifully paved sidewalks of Market Street in South Burlington's City Center.

After the run, kids can warm up and celebrate their achievements at the FREE Mascot Breakfast, where they can meet Vermont's beloved mascot celebrities. The breakfast is packed with fun activities, including arts and crafts, games, and photo opportunities with the mascots! Please note that registration for the breakfast is separate and space is limited, so be sure to sign up early. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity for children to enjoy a morning of fitness and fun with family and friends!

Organiser's Description

Run first, mascot breakfast after! The FREE Youth Fun Run takes place on Saturday, February 21st at 9:00 am from Rick Marcotte Central School [https://central.sbschools.net/]. The course is out-and-back along Market Street in South Burlingtons City Center, with 1/2 -mile and 1-mile options. After the run, kids can warm up inside the school and hang out with Vermonts biggest mascot celebrities at the FREE Mascot Breakfast [https://secure.rec1.com/VT/south-burlington-vt-recreation-parks/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQwNzg2OTI=], put on by South Burlington Recreation and Parks [https://www.southburlingtonvt.gov/160/Recreation-Parks]. There will be arts & crafts, games, and photo ops with the mascots. Registration for the Mascot Breakfast is a separate event, therefore, there is a separate registration to participate. SPACE IS HIGHLY LIMITED FOR THE MASCOT BREAKFAST.

Registration (online or in person) for the Fun Run is required, check-in starts at 8:15 AM, and the Fun Run (both distances) begins promptly at 9:00 AM. PARENTS/GUARDIANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUPPORT THEIR YOUTH RUNNER, BUT ONLY THE RUNNER NEEDS TO REGISTER.

Course Info: The course is an out-and-back with a 1/2 mile and 1 mile option on paved and groomed sidewalks. Participants will be within view of a course monitor for the entirety of the run. Start and Finish is at the main entrance of the Rick Marcotte Central School. Parents/guardians may accompany a participant but must start from the back of the pack.

We require a minimum of 25 children registered in order to have the event. Vermont's weather can be highly variable. In order to provide a safe experience, this event is subject to cancellation. Please stay up to date with any emails we send out and our instagram [https://www.instagram.com/runvermont/].

Races

  • 1/2 Mile Fun Run

    Sat 21st February 2026 (9:00AM EST)

    Free

  • 1 Mile Fun Run

    Sat 21st February 2026 (9:00AM EST)

    Free

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200 Market Street, South Burlington, 05403, VT, United States

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