The Kyra Karr Memorial 5k or 1M Fun Run
Saturday, October 21, 2023
Past event
8:45 AM EDT
Cartersville, Georgia
$20.00–$30.00 · 2 races
1km, 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 2nd Annual Kyra Karr Memorial 5K and 1M Fun Run on Saturday, October 21, 2023, in the vibrant downtown area of Cartersville, Bartow County, Georgia. This uplifting event honors the memory of Kyra Karr, a beloved local missionary who tragically lost her life in 2015. Participants can choose between a fast and flat 5K race or a fun 1M run/walk, both designed to promote community spirit and support the Kyra Karr Foundation, which aims to glorify God through service to the local church.
The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, with registration opening at 6:30 AM. Don’t miss your chance to secure a reduced registration fee of $30 for the 5K or $20 for the Fun Run by registering before October 13. After that, race day registration will be $40 and $25, respectively. Awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories, making this a fantastic opportunity for both competitive runners and families looking to enjoy a day of fun and camaraderie. Come out rain or shine to celebrate Kyra's legacy while enjoying a day filled with community,
The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, with registration opening at 6:30 AM. Don’t miss your chance to secure a reduced registration fee of $30 for the 5K or $20 for the Fun Run by registering before October 13. After that, race day registration will be $40 and $25, respectively. Awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories, making this a fantastic opportunity for both competitive runners and families looking to enjoy a day of fun and camaraderie. Come out rain or shine to celebrate Kyra's legacy while enjoying a day filled with community,
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Races
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The Kyra Karr Memorial 5k
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$30.00
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The Kyra Karr Memorial 1M Fun Run
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed8:45 AM EDT
$20.00
Organiser's description
Please make plans to JOIN US for this very special event the 2nd. annual running of the Kyra Karr Memorial 5K or 1M Fun Run/Walk to be held Saturday morning, OCTOBER 19TH, AT 8:00 AM in Downtown Cartersville, GA and hosted by TBC of Cartersville. This very special race is being run in memory of Kyra Karr, a native of Cartersville and an IMB missionary who served in Italy. Kyra was tragically killed in a car accident in 2015, but her legacy of loving and serving the body of Christ lives on! The Kyra Karr Foundation exists to glorify God by serving and supporting the local church. All proceeds from this event benefit the Kyra Karr Foundation. Go here to hear her story: https://www.kyrakarrfoundation.com
REGISTRATION: $30 5K Pre-Race Registration Fee or $20 Fun Run / Prayer Walk Pre-Race Registration Fee. Pre-Race Registration runs until 11:00 PM, Sunday evening, October 13th and you must register by this date to guarantee your T-shirt size and lock in at the reduced rate! $40 5K Race Day Registration Rate / $25 Fun Run / Prayer Walk Race Day Registration Fee.
RACE ROUTE:
Please see the attached 5K Route Map. The route itself is a 3-times looping route in and around Downtown Cartersville, GA. The route is very flat and very fast!
RACE START-FINISH & RACE DAY PARKING:
Both the Start and Finish Line(s) are located in parking lot of Tabernacle Baptist Church located at 31 Douglas St., Cartersville, GA. There is plenty of parking available in the main lot just across Douglas St. from the Church property itself. Additionally, BOTH the Start & Finish lines will be located in the West side of the parking lot adjacent to Gilmer St. PLEASE NOTE: The Gilmer Street entrance to the Parking lot will be closed approximately 1 hour prior to and during the race. Thus, you will need to plan to enter/exit the parking lot off of Douglas St.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
*6:30 AM Race Day Registration Opens
*7:45 AM Race Day Registration Closes
*7:55 AM Pre-Race Announcements
*8:00 AM 5K Race Start Time
*8:45 AM 1M Fun Run / Prayer Walk Start Time
*9:15 AM Race Awards Presentation
*10:00-12noon Mission Market (inside TBC Fellowship Hall)
PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP FOR THOSE PRE-REGISTERED:
Pre-Race Packet Pick-up will be held Friday, October 18th from 10 AM 6 PM at Tabernacle Baptist Church. TBC is located at 31 Douglas St., Cartersville, GA. - Additional information will be made available on the exact location of the TBC Campus as the packet pick-up date draws closer!
AWARDS:
Awards will be given to the following:
*Top 3 Overall Male and Top 3 Overall Female Winners
*Top Masters Male and Top Masters Female Winners
*Top 3 Male & Female in the following Age Categories: 10-Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over
We Do hope you will join us for this outstanding year 2 race in support of a tremendous cause!
PLEASE NOTE, THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!
REGISTRATION: $30 5K Pre-Race Registration Fee or $20 Fun Run / Prayer Walk Pre-Race Registration Fee. Pre-Race Registration runs until 11:00 PM, Sunday evening, October 13th and you must register by this date to guarantee your T-shirt size and lock in at the reduced rate! $40 5K Race Day Registration Rate / $25 Fun Run / Prayer Walk Race Day Registration Fee.
RACE ROUTE:
Please see the attached 5K Route Map. The route itself is a 3-times looping route in and around Downtown Cartersville, GA. The route is very flat and very fast!
RACE START-FINISH & RACE DAY PARKING:
Both the Start and Finish Line(s) are located in parking lot of Tabernacle Baptist Church located at 31 Douglas St., Cartersville, GA. There is plenty of parking available in the main lot just across Douglas St. from the Church property itself. Additionally, BOTH the Start & Finish lines will be located in the West side of the parking lot adjacent to Gilmer St. PLEASE NOTE: The Gilmer Street entrance to the Parking lot will be closed approximately 1 hour prior to and during the race. Thus, you will need to plan to enter/exit the parking lot off of Douglas St.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
*6:30 AM Race Day Registration Opens
*7:45 AM Race Day Registration Closes
*7:55 AM Pre-Race Announcements
*8:00 AM 5K Race Start Time
*8:45 AM 1M Fun Run / Prayer Walk Start Time
*9:15 AM Race Awards Presentation
*10:00-12noon Mission Market (inside TBC Fellowship Hall)
PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP FOR THOSE PRE-REGISTERED:
Pre-Race Packet Pick-up will be held Friday, October 18th from 10 AM 6 PM at Tabernacle Baptist Church. TBC is located at 31 Douglas St., Cartersville, GA. - Additional information will be made available on the exact location of the TBC Campus as the packet pick-up date draws closer!
AWARDS:
Awards will be given to the following:
*Top 3 Overall Male and Top 3 Overall Female Winners
*Top Masters Male and Top Masters Female Winners
*Top 3 Male & Female in the following Age Categories: 10-Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over
We Do hope you will join us for this outstanding year 2 race in support of a tremendous cause!
PLEASE NOTE, THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!
Location
31 Douglas St., Cartersville, 30120, GA, United States
The Kyra Karr Memorial 5k or 1M Fun Run
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