The Annual Ponchatoula Jaycees Strawberry Strut
- Date Sun 13th April 2025
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Ponchatoula, Louisiana
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for a berry exciting day at the 42nd Annual Ponchatoula Jaycees Strawberry Strut on Sunday, April 13, 2025, in the charming town of Ponchatoula, Tangipahoa! This vibrant event features a range of race distances, including a fun 1-mile run, a spirited 5K, and a challenging 10K, making it perfect for runners of all ages and skill levels.
Participants can register online until race day, but be sure to sign up early to take advantage of lower prices—$30 for the 1-mile and $40 for the 5K and 10K. The fun doesn't stop at the finish line; all racers will receive souvenir medals, and awards will be given to the top finishers in various age groups. Enjoy post-race festivities featuring fresh fruits, refreshing water, and delicious homemade strawberry shortcake! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate spring and community spirit in Ponchatoula!
Participants can register online until race day, but be sure to sign up early to take advantage of lower prices—$30 for the 1-mile and $40 for the 5K and 10K. The fun doesn't stop at the finish line; all racers will receive souvenir medals, and awards will be given to the top finishers in various age groups. Enjoy post-race festivities featuring fresh fruits, refreshing water, and delicious homemade strawberry shortcake! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate spring and community spirit in Ponchatoula!
Organiser's Description
Join the Ponchatoula Jaycees on Sunday, April 13, 2025 for the 42nd Annual Strawberry Strut!
ONLINE REGISTRATION: Register online until April 13, 2025. Race day prices will increase to $30 for the 1 mile and $40 for the 5K and 10K. All 5K/10K runners are invited to run the 1 mile at no additional charge. 1 mile run will NOT be chip timed.
PACKET PICKUP: Will be available Friday, April 11 from 9:00am to 12:00pm at the Ponchatoula Jaycees Building at 325 Beechwood Dr., Suite B, Ponchatoula, LA. For those unavailable during this time frame, packet pickup will also be available at the event site on race day from 6:00am - 7:00am
T-SHIRTS: Specially designed t-shirts available to purchase (SIZES GUARANTEED IF REGISTERED BY MARCH 21, 2025) If any additional t-shirts are available, they will be first come on race day.
AWARDS: Souvenir medals for all registered 1 mile, 5K and 10K finishers
5K & 10K Awards: Medals will be given to the 1st and 2nd place male and female finishers in each age group:
19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
A complimentary 2026 race entry will be awarded to the overall 1st and 2nd 5K finisher and overall 1st and 2nd 10K finisher.
POST RACE: Fresh fruits, water, and homemade strawberry short cake will be available to all racers
PARKING: Available at Ponchatoula Junior High
ONLINE REGISTRATION: Register online until April 13, 2025. Race day prices will increase to $30 for the 1 mile and $40 for the 5K and 10K. All 5K/10K runners are invited to run the 1 mile at no additional charge. 1 mile run will NOT be chip timed.
PACKET PICKUP: Will be available Friday, April 11 from 9:00am to 12:00pm at the Ponchatoula Jaycees Building at 325 Beechwood Dr., Suite B, Ponchatoula, LA. For those unavailable during this time frame, packet pickup will also be available at the event site on race day from 6:00am - 7:00am
T-SHIRTS: Specially designed t-shirts available to purchase (SIZES GUARANTEED IF REGISTERED BY MARCH 21, 2025) If any additional t-shirts are available, they will be first come on race day.
AWARDS: Souvenir medals for all registered 1 mile, 5K and 10K finishers
5K & 10K Awards: Medals will be given to the 1st and 2nd place male and female finishers in each age group:
19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
A complimentary 2026 race entry will be awarded to the overall 1st and 2nd 5K finisher and overall 1st and 2nd 10K finisher.
POST RACE: Fresh fruits, water, and homemade strawberry short cake will be available to all racers
PARKING: Available at Ponchatoula Junior High
Races
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1 Mile Fun Run
Sun 13th April 2025 (7:30AM CDT)
CLOSEDWalkers are welcome! -
5k
Sun 13th April 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
CLOSEDWalkers are welcome! -
10k
Sun 13th April 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
CLOSEDRunners only
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