Tortoise and the Hare Trail Races
- Date Sat 19th April 2025
- Time 9:30AM EST
- Location Salisbury, Massachusetts
- Price $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the Tortoise and the Hare Trail Races on Saturday, April 19, 2025! Set against the beautiful backdrop of Salisbury, Essex, this exciting event features a variety of race distances, including a vibrant 1-Mile Color Run starting at 9:30 AM, followed by the challenging 5K and 10K races kicking off at 10 AM. Whether you're looking to dash through the colorful powder stations of the Color Run or take on the scenic trails in the 5K or 10K, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Join fellow participants at Lions Park for a festive atmosphere filled with music and entertainment, and help support Salisbury Parks and Recreation while you run! With early packet pickup available on Friday and race day registration opening at 8:30 AM, it's easy to get involved. Plus, all participants will receive a custom t-shirt and the chance to win awards in various categories. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate Easter weekend in an active and engaging way—mark your calendars for April 19 and get ready to race!
Join fellow participants at Lions Park for a festive atmosphere filled with music and entertainment, and help support Salisbury Parks and Recreation while you run! With early packet pickup available on Friday and race day registration opening at 8:30 AM, it's easy to get involved. Plus, all participants will receive a custom t-shirt and the chance to win awards in various categories. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate Easter weekend in an active and engaging way—mark your calendars for April 19 and get ready to race!
Organiser's Description
DATE: SATURDAY, APRIL 19, 2025
START TIMES: 9:30AM - COLOR RUN | 10AM - 5K AND 10K
_JOIN US IN CELEBRATING WITH US EASTER WEEKEND AT THE TORTOISE AND THE HARE 5K & 10K AND COLOR RUN!! THE EVENT CONTINUES TO FUNDRAISE FOR THE SALISBURY PARKS AND RECREATION. _
Packet Pickup/Race Day Reg:
Early Packet Pickup on Friday at Salisbury Senior Center (43 Lafayette Rd) from 11-2PM.
Race Day opens at 8:30AM at Lions Park under the pavilion!
5K/10K FEES:
$25 through 1/31
$30 through 3/31
$35 through 4/18
$40 on Race Day
**Youth 15 & Under $20, $25 on race day
1 MILE COLOR RUN (NOT TIMED): $25, $30 on race day does include a t-shirt.
START TIME IS 9:30AM!
At each 1/4 mile mark, Color Runners are doused from head to toe in a different colored powder.
SOME COLOR RUNNERS OPT TO WEAR GLASSES OR GOGGLES FOR THEIR EYES AND USE A BANDANA OR DUST MASK FOR THEIR MOUTHS. OUR COLOR THROWERS MAKE SURE TO AIM LOW AS YOU PASS BY. THE COLOR MOSTLY WASHES OUT OF YOUR CLOTHES AFTER THE EVENT. AS WITH ANYTHING DIRTY, THE SOONER YOU WASH IT THE BETTER. ITS BEST TO WEAR ITEMS THAT YOU WOULDNT MIND GETTING COLORFUL.
Courses: All courses in 2025 will take place within the Salisbury Trail System
CLICK HERE FOR AN INTERACTIVE MAP OF THE 5K COURSE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2850246?units=miles]
Click here for an interactive map of the 10K Course [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2850257?units=miles]
SWAG: Dry fit, super soft custom t-shirt, guaranteed to all participants before April1st!
Awards:
Top 3 Overall Male and Female Hare in the 5K and 10K
Top 3 Male and Female in the 5K/10K in each AG: 15 & under,16-19, 20-39, 40-59, 60-75, 75+
Top Male and Female Stroller in the 5K, Top Male and Female Stroller in the 10K
Top 3 Non-Binary
*NO Double Dipping
PARKING: DPW and Hilton Senior Center, 39/43 Lafayette Rd-Salisbury, MA.
Overflow parking at the Boys and Girls Club.
Post Race: A variety of packaged snacks and fruit. Music & entertainment provided by Evolvement Radio!!
Those 21+ can grab 1 FREE beer using their ticket on their race bib!
BENEFICIARY: 100% of the net proceeds will be allocated to the Salisbury Parks and Recreation for the continued development of Partridge Brook Park.
WEATHER: Races are rain, snow or shine unless we determine that race conditions are dangerous. This will be based on a prudent decision made on race weekend. If the race needs to be cancelled there will be no refunds but we will work to establish a postponement date. That being said, each athlete must accept any such risk of their entry fee paid including other amenities paid for such as t-shirts, insurance, and online administrative fees. All fees collected are used to develop and produce the event, including all race supplies, staffing, and administration.
Event Contact: High5EM | 978-594-7050 | [email protected]
START TIMES: 9:30AM - COLOR RUN | 10AM - 5K AND 10K
_JOIN US IN CELEBRATING WITH US EASTER WEEKEND AT THE TORTOISE AND THE HARE 5K & 10K AND COLOR RUN!! THE EVENT CONTINUES TO FUNDRAISE FOR THE SALISBURY PARKS AND RECREATION. _
Packet Pickup/Race Day Reg:
Early Packet Pickup on Friday at Salisbury Senior Center (43 Lafayette Rd) from 11-2PM.
Race Day opens at 8:30AM at Lions Park under the pavilion!
5K/10K FEES:
$25 through 1/31
$30 through 3/31
$35 through 4/18
$40 on Race Day
**Youth 15 & Under $20, $25 on race day
1 MILE COLOR RUN (NOT TIMED): $25, $30 on race day does include a t-shirt.
START TIME IS 9:30AM!
At each 1/4 mile mark, Color Runners are doused from head to toe in a different colored powder.
SOME COLOR RUNNERS OPT TO WEAR GLASSES OR GOGGLES FOR THEIR EYES AND USE A BANDANA OR DUST MASK FOR THEIR MOUTHS. OUR COLOR THROWERS MAKE SURE TO AIM LOW AS YOU PASS BY. THE COLOR MOSTLY WASHES OUT OF YOUR CLOTHES AFTER THE EVENT. AS WITH ANYTHING DIRTY, THE SOONER YOU WASH IT THE BETTER. ITS BEST TO WEAR ITEMS THAT YOU WOULDNT MIND GETTING COLORFUL.
Courses: All courses in 2025 will take place within the Salisbury Trail System
CLICK HERE FOR AN INTERACTIVE MAP OF THE 5K COURSE [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2850246?units=miles]
Click here for an interactive map of the 10K Course [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2850257?units=miles]
SWAG: Dry fit, super soft custom t-shirt, guaranteed to all participants before April1st!
Awards:
Top 3 Overall Male and Female Hare in the 5K and 10K
Top 3 Male and Female in the 5K/10K in each AG: 15 & under,16-19, 20-39, 40-59, 60-75, 75+
Top Male and Female Stroller in the 5K, Top Male and Female Stroller in the 10K
Top 3 Non-Binary
*NO Double Dipping
PARKING: DPW and Hilton Senior Center, 39/43 Lafayette Rd-Salisbury, MA.
Overflow parking at the Boys and Girls Club.
Post Race: A variety of packaged snacks and fruit. Music & entertainment provided by Evolvement Radio!!
Those 21+ can grab 1 FREE beer using their ticket on their race bib!
BENEFICIARY: 100% of the net proceeds will be allocated to the Salisbury Parks and Recreation for the continued development of Partridge Brook Park.
WEATHER: Races are rain, snow or shine unless we determine that race conditions are dangerous. This will be based on a prudent decision made on race weekend. If the race needs to be cancelled there will be no refunds but we will work to establish a postponement date. That being said, each athlete must accept any such risk of their entry fee paid including other amenities paid for such as t-shirts, insurance, and online administrative fees. All fees collected are used to develop and produce the event, including all race supplies, staffing, and administration.
Event Contact: High5EM | 978-594-7050 | [email protected]
Races
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10k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th April 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th April 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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1 Mile COLOR RUN (NOT TIMED)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th April 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$27.50
At each 1/4 mile mark, Color Runners are doused from head to toe in a different colored powder. Participants wear white at the starting line and finish the race plastered in color!
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