Sorghum Day - John Lively Memorial 5k Run
- Date Sat 25th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Wewoka, Oklahoma
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
After the race, participants can immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere, which features over 150 craft and food booths, a thrilling parade, and a delightful car show. This family-friendly event attracts over 25,000 visitors from across Oklahoma and beyond, making it a fantastic opportunity to experience the rich culture and history of the Seminole Nation. Pre-register for just $30 and be among the first 50 entrants to receive an exclusive race t-shirt. Celebrate community spirit, enjoy delicious local foods, and witness the captivating process of sorghum syrup productionβall in one memorable day!
Organiser's Description
2025 marks the 31st running of the John Lively Memorial 5K race the morning of the festival. Honoring long-time Rotarian and community leader John Lively, the race/walk will start and finish in front of the Seminole Nation Museum at 6th St. and Wewoka Ave. After the race participants can enjoy the parade and other festival activities going on just a few blocks away in downtown Wewoka.
COST, REGISTRATION, AND T-SHIRTS: The price to pre-register is $30 and race day registration will be available for $35. The first 50 entrants will receive race t-shirts. For more information, contact Wewoka Sorghum Festival at 405-257-5485 or visit www.sorghumfestivalok.org [http://www.sorghumfestivalok.org/john-lively-memorial-5k-run-registration.html]
THE 5K COURSE: We are working on a new 5k course, but the course will still start and Finish at the Seminole Nation Museum just south the downtown Wewoka.
AWARDS: Trophies will be awarded to the top 3 overall male and female finishers. There will be medals for the top 3 males and females in each age group. USATF age groups will be used going up to 70 and over.
AFTER THE RACE: Join us at the festival after the race and experience over 150 craft and food booths; a car show; parade, art & photography show, watch the mule-powered mill squeeze juice from the sorghum cane and see it cooked to syrup over an open fire; experience over a dozen historic reenactors and artisans on the grounds of the Seminole Nation Museum; taste Indian Fry Bread with hot sorghum and other delicious Native and local foods at the museum. And Much, much more!
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