The Funny Run
- Date Sat 1st March 2025 - Mon 7th April 2025
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Henrico, Virginia
- Price $16.90 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and prepare for a hilariously good time at The Funny Run! Scheduled for Saturday, March 1st, 2025, in the vibrant community of Henrico, this unique 5K fundraiser promises to be the funniest race you've ever participated in. Kick off the day with a delightful one-mile kids run around the picturesque lake before the main event—the 5K fun run! This is not just about speed; it's all about enjoying the experience, so whether you choose to run, walk, skip, or dance, everyone is welcome at this no-judgment race.
Join your favorite ComedySportz Richmond players along the course for laughs and encouragement, making it a truly memorable experience. Families, pets, and even costumes are encouraged, making it a perfect outing for everyone. Remember, this race is not officially timed, so there’s no pressure—just plenty of fun, food, and a chance to support a fantastic cause that has brought laughter to Richmond-area families for over 25 years. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of this joyous event!
Join your favorite ComedySportz Richmond players along the course for laughs and encouragement, making it a truly memorable experience. Families, pets, and even costumes are encouraged, making it a perfect outing for everyone. Remember, this race is not officially timed, so there’s no pressure—just plenty of fun, food, and a chance to support a fantastic cause that has brought laughter to Richmond-area families for over 25 years. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of this joyous event!
Organiser's Description
Have you ever been told that you run funny? This is the race for you! Join your favorite ComedySportz Richmond players in the funniest 5K fundraiser you've ever run. All proceeds go towards our nonprofit comedy theater, which has helped Richmond-area families laugh for more than 25 years.
The day will start with a one-mile (approximately) kids run around the lake. Then the regular race starts. 5K for glory. And when we say "glory" we mean "working up a good appetite for brunch." Fastest folks in the front, slowest folks in the back. Hey, you can't ALL stand in the back! The race is not officially timed, so there's no pressure to run fast. If you want to run fast, knock yourself out. We won't judge.
Need a joke to help you keep running? Your favorite ComedySportz improv performers will be along the course to make sure you don't get lost but DO get a laugh. Run, walk, skip, or sashay. This is the run with no judgement, whatsoever. Families, pets, and costumes encouraged.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: DO I HAVE TO RUN?
A: No! Lots of participants will be walking. Some may be dancing. One unfortunate bozo will probably try to pogo stick.
Q: CAN I BRING MY PET?
A: Yes! Well-behaved dogs and goldfish are welcome on the course. Cats will probably just mock you.
Q: IS THIS RACE OFFICIALLY TIMED?
A: No, but unofficially you can wear a watch.
Q: HOW WAS THE 5K COURSE MEASURED?
A: We used advanced AI terrain mapping to pinpoint the distance to the nearest 0.5 millimeter, taking into account changes in altitude and the curvature of the earth. Just kidding. We're actually just running the same route as the regular Parkrun.
Q: WILL YOU BE PUBLISHING RESULTS AFTER THE RACE?
A: No, this is a fun run. You know how you did.
Q: WILL THIS RUN MAKE ME FUNNIER?
A: Probably, but in case it does not we offer amazing comedy classes [https://www.cszrichmond.com/classes] for adults and kids.
The day will start with a one-mile (approximately) kids run around the lake. Then the regular race starts. 5K for glory. And when we say "glory" we mean "working up a good appetite for brunch." Fastest folks in the front, slowest folks in the back. Hey, you can't ALL stand in the back! The race is not officially timed, so there's no pressure to run fast. If you want to run fast, knock yourself out. We won't judge.
Need a joke to help you keep running? Your favorite ComedySportz improv performers will be along the course to make sure you don't get lost but DO get a laugh. Run, walk, skip, or sashay. This is the run with no judgement, whatsoever. Families, pets, and costumes encouraged.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: DO I HAVE TO RUN?
A: No! Lots of participants will be walking. Some may be dancing. One unfortunate bozo will probably try to pogo stick.
Q: CAN I BRING MY PET?
A: Yes! Well-behaved dogs and goldfish are welcome on the course. Cats will probably just mock you.
Q: IS THIS RACE OFFICIALLY TIMED?
A: No, but unofficially you can wear a watch.
Q: HOW WAS THE 5K COURSE MEASURED?
A: We used advanced AI terrain mapping to pinpoint the distance to the nearest 0.5 millimeter, taking into account changes in altitude and the curvature of the earth. Just kidding. We're actually just running the same route as the regular Parkrun.
Q: WILL YOU BE PUBLISHING RESULTS AFTER THE RACE?
A: No, this is a fun run. You know how you did.
Q: WILL THIS RUN MAKE ME FUNNIER?
A: Probably, but in case it does not we offer amazing comedy classes [https://www.cszrichmond.com/classes] for adults and kids.
Races
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1 Mile Funny Kids Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sun 30th March 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$16.90
It's an untimed and haphazardly-measured one mile scamper around the lake for funny kids. Run, walk, skip, or dance. Note: Organizers do not guarantee that participation will lead to your kid becoming funnier. We have summer camps for that. -
5K Funny Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 30th March 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.50
Put on your funniest running shoes and join us for a fabulous fundraiser 5K. The course is delightfully flat for the first half, then lurches over some unexpected hills in the middle that will have you questioning your life choices. Then it's all downhill at the end, which could also describe the human existence. Let's all run and laugh together for a good cause. -
5K Funny Run + 1 Mile Funny Kids Run Bundle
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 30th March 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$38.10
For kids who are going to do the 1 Mile Funny Kids Run and then the 5K. Double it up! -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
$27.50
Want to support our nonprofit theater but run at your own place and time? Choose the virtual 5K option. You choose when and how far to run. We cheer you on virtually. We'll even mail your participant t-shirt so you can wear it proudly.
The Funny Run