Strawberry Shortcake 5K
- Date Sun 8th June 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Bloomington, Indiana
- Price $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a delightful day of fun and fitness at the Second Annual Strawberry Shortcake 5K, taking place on Sunday, June 8th, 2025, at Switchyard Park in Bloomington, Monroe! This exciting event kicks off the much-anticipated Strawberry Shortcake Festival, drawing runners and families together to support the local Boys and Girls Club. The race starts at 9 AM and winds through the beautiful surroundings of Switchyard Park, offering a picturesque tour that includes playgrounds and scenic vistas.
Participants are encouraged to register early to secure their T-shirts and participate in the sweet festivities. Early packet pick-up will be available on June 7th at Binford Elementary, while same-day registration and packet pick-up occur from 8 to 9 AM at the park. This year, the Strawberry Shortcake 5K is also part of The Magnificent 7 Race Series, giving dedicated runners the chance to earn series awards by completing seven races throughout the season. After crossing the finish line, be sure to celebrate your achievement by indulging in delicious strawberry shortcake at the festival, featuring homemade pound cake topped with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and Bruster's Vanilla Ice Cream. Join us for this unforgettable event that combines community
Participants are encouraged to register early to secure their T-shirts and participate in the sweet festivities. Early packet pick-up will be available on June 7th at Binford Elementary, while same-day registration and packet pick-up occur from 8 to 9 AM at the park. This year, the Strawberry Shortcake 5K is also part of The Magnificent 7 Race Series, giving dedicated runners the chance to earn series awards by completing seven races throughout the season. After crossing the finish line, be sure to celebrate your achievement by indulging in delicious strawberry shortcake at the festival, featuring homemade pound cake topped with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and Bruster's Vanilla Ice Cream. Join us for this unforgettable event that combines community
Organiser's Description
_***EARLY PACKET PICK UP WILL BE HELD AT BINFORD ELEMENTARY JUNE 7TH FROM 3-5PM. DAY-OF REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK UP WILL BE FROM 8-9AM AT SWITCHYARD PARK***_
_***T SHIRTS ARE ONLY GUARANTEED FOR PARTICIPANTS THAT REGISTER BEFORE MAY 26TH. AFTER THAT DATE, SHIRTS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED BASED ON AVAILABILITY OF EXTRA SIZES***_
The SECOND ANNUAL STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE 5K will kick off the annual Strawberry Shortcake Festival. Join us on SUNDAY, JUNE 8TH, 2025 AT 9AM in Switchyard Park. This _sweet_ race is sponsored by the Auxiliary to the Boys and Girls Club of Bloomington and supports our local Clubs! The course will take you on a tour of Switchyard Park. Starting at the Pavilion, and heading south toward Country Club Road, you will pass the playground and dog parks. Turning around at Country Club Road, you will traverse the park until you get to Hopscotch Coffee. Don't stop there! Turn once more and finish back at the Pavilion to celebrate your completion. Get outside, have fun, and help us support the kids of Bloomington!
THERE'S MORE! This year, we are so proud to be joining The Magnificent 7 Race Series! The Mag 7 Race Series consists of 21 races located within a 7-county area in south-central Indiana. Individuals who complete at least 7 of these races during a given year are automatically eligible for Series awards. Check them out at mag7raceseries.com for more information.
Be sure to return to Switchyard Park on June 12th for the annual Strawberry Shortcake Festival and treat yourself to a delicious serving of strawberry shortcake. The pound cake is made by our auxiliary members and served with Strawberries, Whipped Cream, and Bruster's Vanilla Ice Cream.
_***T SHIRTS ARE ONLY GUARANTEED FOR PARTICIPANTS THAT REGISTER BEFORE MAY 26TH. AFTER THAT DATE, SHIRTS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED BASED ON AVAILABILITY OF EXTRA SIZES***_
The SECOND ANNUAL STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE 5K will kick off the annual Strawberry Shortcake Festival. Join us on SUNDAY, JUNE 8TH, 2025 AT 9AM in Switchyard Park. This _sweet_ race is sponsored by the Auxiliary to the Boys and Girls Club of Bloomington and supports our local Clubs! The course will take you on a tour of Switchyard Park. Starting at the Pavilion, and heading south toward Country Club Road, you will pass the playground and dog parks. Turning around at Country Club Road, you will traverse the park until you get to Hopscotch Coffee. Don't stop there! Turn once more and finish back at the Pavilion to celebrate your completion. Get outside, have fun, and help us support the kids of Bloomington!
THERE'S MORE! This year, we are so proud to be joining The Magnificent 7 Race Series! The Mag 7 Race Series consists of 21 races located within a 7-county area in south-central Indiana. Individuals who complete at least 7 of these races during a given year are automatically eligible for Series awards. Check them out at mag7raceseries.com for more information.
Be sure to return to Switchyard Park on June 12th for the annual Strawberry Shortcake Festival and treat yourself to a delicious serving of strawberry shortcake. The pound cake is made by our auxiliary members and served with Strawberries, Whipped Cream, and Bruster's Vanilla Ice Cream.
Races
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Strawberry Shortcake 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 8th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
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Strawberry Shortcake VIRTUAL 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.80
***Virtual option is not eligible for Mag7 points -
Strawberry Shortcake 5K Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 8th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
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