St. Paul School of Princeton Lion's Chase 5K & 1K fun run
- Date Fri 17th October 2025
- Time 5:00PM EDT
- Location Pennington, New Jersey
- Price $13.25 - $38.75
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting 8th Annual St. Paul School of Princeton Lion's Chase 5K & 1K Fun Run on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Rosedale Park in Pennington, Mercer County, NJ! This vibrant event is perfect for runners and walkers of all levels, offering a scenic course that supports a great cause. Participants can choose between a challenging 5K race for $35 or a fun 1K run for $25.
Kick off the festivities with a delightful pasta dinner on the evening of October 17 from 5 PM to 8 PM at the St. Paul School Cafeteria, where you can pick up your race packet and fuel up for the big day. Race day kicks off bright and early with check-in and same-day registration opening at 8 AM, followed by a fun warm-up session with Leo the Lion at 8:30 AM. The 1K run starts at 9 AM, with the 5K race taking off at 9:30 AM. Don't miss the chance to win exciting raffle prizes and awards starting at 10:30 AM! Plus, registered participants can receive a stylish race t-shirt designed by SPS students. Create
Kick off the festivities with a delightful pasta dinner on the evening of October 17 from 5 PM to 8 PM at the St. Paul School Cafeteria, where you can pick up your race packet and fuel up for the big day. Race day kicks off bright and early with check-in and same-day registration opening at 8 AM, followed by a fun warm-up session with Leo the Lion at 8:30 AM. The 1K run starts at 9 AM, with the 5K race taking off at 9:30 AM. Don't miss the chance to win exciting raffle prizes and awards starting at 10:30 AM! Plus, registered participants can receive a stylish race t-shirt designed by SPS students. Create
Organiser's Description
The 8th Annual SPS Lion's Chase 5K & 1K fun run will be held at Rosedale Park in Pennington, NJ on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Lace-up your sneakers and join us for a scenic run or walk in support of St. Paul School of Princeton!
You can register in advance or on race day between 8 and 8:45 AM. Registration is $35 for the 5K and $25 for the 1K. SPS student designed race t-shirts will be available for all who register early and as supplies last thereafter. Don't miss out - register today!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE (SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18TH):
* 8:00 AM - Race check-in and same day registration open
* 8:30 AM - Warm-up with Leo the Lion
* 9:00 AM - 1K START
* 9:30 AM - 5K START
* 10:30 AM - Raffles & Awards
PRE-RACE SCHEDULE (FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17TH): Pasta dinner sponsored by Leonardo's to be held, Friday, October 17, 2024, 5-8 pm St. Paul School Cafeteria. Join us for dinner and pick-up your race packet! Please note: you can register for pasta dinner only (no race registration) or add-on the pasta dinner to your race registration in final step before check-out.
RUN FOR FREE: Every registered runner who creates an individual fundraiser and reaches $300 or more in donations will have their race fees refunded. Funds must be collected through the race website to receive the refund.
If you can't make the race, but would like to support the event, purchase an SPS student designed race t-shirt or make a donation (tab on the left)!
Register today!
Learn more about our school at: https://www.spsprinceton.org
You can register in advance or on race day between 8 and 8:45 AM. Registration is $35 for the 5K and $25 for the 1K. SPS student designed race t-shirts will be available for all who register early and as supplies last thereafter. Don't miss out - register today!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE (SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18TH):
* 8:00 AM - Race check-in and same day registration open
* 8:30 AM - Warm-up with Leo the Lion
* 9:00 AM - 1K START
* 9:30 AM - 5K START
* 10:30 AM - Raffles & Awards
PRE-RACE SCHEDULE (FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17TH): Pasta dinner sponsored by Leonardo's to be held, Friday, October 17, 2024, 5-8 pm St. Paul School Cafeteria. Join us for dinner and pick-up your race packet! Please note: you can register for pasta dinner only (no race registration) or add-on the pasta dinner to your race registration in final step before check-out.
RUN FOR FREE: Every registered runner who creates an individual fundraiser and reaches $300 or more in donations will have their race fees refunded. Funds must be collected through the race website to receive the refund.
If you can't make the race, but would like to support the event, purchase an SPS student designed race t-shirt or make a donation (tab on the left)!
Register today!
Learn more about our school at: https://www.spsprinceton.org
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.75 Fee & SPS Lion's Chase T-Shirt
Sat 18th October 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$38.75
Registration includes race t-shirt while supplies last. Note: pasta dinner can be added-on in final step before check-out -
1K Kids Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & SPS Lion's Chase T-Shirt
Sat 18th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.25
Registration includes race t-shirt while supplies last. Open to ages 10 and under. Note: pasta dinner can be added-on in final step before check-out -
Dog Registration - 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Lion's Chase Bandana
Sat 18th October 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$13.25
Register your four-legged running/walking buddy! -
Lion's Chase T-Shirt Purchase Only (No Race Registration)
Incl. $3.25 Fee & SPS Lion's Chase T-Shirt
Sat 18th October 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$18.25
For those not running the race who would like to purchase an SPS student designed t-shirt. -
Pasta Dinner - Adult
Incl. $3.25 Fee
Fri 17th October 2025 (5:00PM EDT)
$28.25
Carb load at the Lion's Chase Pasta Dinner Sponsored by Leonardo's. Visit Lion's Chase table to pick-up your race bib! -
Pasta Dinner - Child
Incl. $3.25 Fee
Fri 17th October 2025 (5:00PM EDT)
$18.25
Open to ages 10 and under. Carb load at the Lion's Chase Pasta Dinner Sponsored by Leonardo's. Visit Lion's Chase table to pick-up your race bib!
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