Valentine's Day 5k
- Date Sat 8th February 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Russellville, Arkansas
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Valentine's Day 5K on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, in the charming city of Russellville, Pope! This beloved race has a rich history dating back to the 1980s, originally known as the "Serendipity Run." Since joining the Arkansas RRCA Grand Prix Series in 1994, it has continued to attract runners of all ages and skill levels. The course starts and finishes at Russellville Junior High School, providing a scenic and vibrant atmosphere for participants.
One of the most exciting features of the Valentine's Day 5K is the Sweetheart Competition! Runners can team up with their spouses or friends to compete for additional prizes. The combined finishing times of these duo teams will be tallied to compete against others, adding a fun twist to the race. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just a fun day with your sweetheart, this event promises an unforgettable experience filled with camaraderie and community spirit. Join us for a day of love, fitness, and celebration!
One of the most exciting features of the Valentine's Day 5K is the Sweetheart Competition! Runners can team up with their spouses or friends to compete for additional prizes. The combined finishing times of these duo teams will be tallied to compete against others, adding a fun twist to the race. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just a fun day with your sweetheart, this event promises an unforgettable experience filled with camaraderie and community spirit. Join us for a day of love, fitness, and celebration!
Organiser's Description
RACE HISTORY: THE VALENTINE'S DAY 5K DATES BACK TO THE 1980'S WHEN IT WAS KNOWN AS THE "SERENDIPITY RUN". 1994 MARKED THE RACE'S FIRST INCLUSION IN THE ARKANSAS RRCA GRAND PRIX SERIES.
COURSE RECORDS:
MALE OVERALL: WAYNE STANLEY - 15:14 (1992)
FEMALE OVERALL: LEAH THORVILSON - 17:14 (2010)
MALE MASTERS: TOM ASPEL - 15:52 (1996)
FEMALE MASTERS: JEN FOUND - 20:05 (2022)
COURSE DESCRIPTION: THE RACE STARTS AND FINISHES AT RUSSELLVILLE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL.
SWEETHEART COMPETITION: A SPECIAL FEATURE OF THE VALENTINE'S DAY 5K IS THE CHANCE TO TEAM UP WITH A SWEETHEART FOR ADDITIONAL PRIZES! RUNNERS HAVE THE OPTION OF ENTERING WITH THEIR SPOUSE IN THE MARRIED SWEETHEARTS DIVISION, OR TEAMING UP WITH A "FRIEND" IN THE UNMARRIED SWEETHEARTS DIVISION. THE FINISHING TIMES FOR THE TWO SWEETHEARTS WILL BE ADDED TOGETHER TO COMPETE AGAINST OTHER COUPLES' COMPOSITE TIMES. THE SWEETHEART COMPETITION IS IN ADDITIONAL TO THE MALE/FEMALE INDIVIDUAL RACES AND DOES NOT AFFECT AN INDIVIDUAL'S TIME, PLACING, OR AWARD IN THE OVERALL RACE.
COURSE RECORDS:
MALE OVERALL: WAYNE STANLEY - 15:14 (1992)
FEMALE OVERALL: LEAH THORVILSON - 17:14 (2010)
MALE MASTERS: TOM ASPEL - 15:52 (1996)
FEMALE MASTERS: JEN FOUND - 20:05 (2022)
COURSE DESCRIPTION: THE RACE STARTS AND FINISHES AT RUSSELLVILLE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL.
SWEETHEART COMPETITION: A SPECIAL FEATURE OF THE VALENTINE'S DAY 5K IS THE CHANCE TO TEAM UP WITH A SWEETHEART FOR ADDITIONAL PRIZES! RUNNERS HAVE THE OPTION OF ENTERING WITH THEIR SPOUSE IN THE MARRIED SWEETHEARTS DIVISION, OR TEAMING UP WITH A "FRIEND" IN THE UNMARRIED SWEETHEARTS DIVISION. THE FINISHING TIMES FOR THE TWO SWEETHEARTS WILL BE ADDED TOGETHER TO COMPETE AGAINST OTHER COUPLES' COMPOSITE TIMES. THE SWEETHEART COMPETITION IS IN ADDITIONAL TO THE MALE/FEMALE INDIVIDUAL RACES AND DOES NOT AFFECT AN INDIVIDUAL'S TIME, PLACING, OR AWARD IN THE OVERALL RACE.
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