Valley Head Cemetery We Run In Memory Of...
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Past event
9:00 AM CDT
Valley Head, Alabama
$22.20–$27.50 · 3 races
5km, 10km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Valley Head Cemetery We Run In Memory Of... on Saturday, September 28, 2024, in the charming town of Valley Head, Dekalb! This uplifting community event features a 5K, a 10K, and a Kids Fun Run, making it perfect for runners of all ages and skill levels. The race begins at the picturesque Valley Head Town Square, taking participants on a scenic route through the valley and up Violet Hill Road.
This annual race is not just about running; it’s a heartfelt tribute to loved ones, helping to support the maintenance of the cemetery grounds. With cash prizes for the top male and female finishers in both the 5K and 10K, as well as medals for the top three finishers in each age category, there’s plenty of incentive to lace up your running shoes! Plus, every participant in the Fun Run will receive a ribbon, with medals awarded to the top finishers. Don’t miss this chance to honor memories and enjoy a fun-filled day of community spirit! Register by September 10, 2024, to secure your t-shirt in your size, and join us in celebrating life and remembrance this fall!
This annual race is not just about running; it’s a heartfelt tribute to loved ones, helping to support the maintenance of the cemetery grounds. With cash prizes for the top male and female finishers in both the 5K and 10K, as well as medals for the top three finishers in each age category, there’s plenty of incentive to lace up your running shoes! Plus, every participant in the Fun Run will receive a ribbon, with medals awarded to the top finishers. Don’t miss this chance to honor memories and enjoy a fun-filled day of community spirit! Register by September 10, 2024, to secure your t-shirt in your size, and join us in celebrating life and remembrance this fall!
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Races
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5k Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$27.50
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10k Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$27.50
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Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$22.20
Organiser's description
VALLEY HEAD CEMETERY
WE RUN IN MEMORY OF...
SEPTEMBER 28, 2024
5 K 10 K KIDS FUN RUN
OVERALL 5K & 10K MALE AND FEMALE CASH PRIZES
5K & 10K SEPARATE MALE & FEMALE AGE CATEGORIES
12 & UNDER 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90 & UP
GREAT DOOR PRIZES
CHIP TIMING PROVIDED BY PIN POINT TIMING
The Cemetery Association hosts a race each year to help cover the cost of mowing and maintenance on the cemetery grounds.
Valley Head Cemetery We Run In Memory Of... has grown. This will be year 9 for our race. We started running on the paved driveways in the cemetery with a 5K and Fun Run. We recently added a 10K by request and relocated the races to begin on the Valley Head Town Square at the Robert Johnson Roofing and Construction Office. The route will take runners through the valley following the rail road tracks on a scenic run up Violet Hill Road and back to the town square. Runners can choose between a 5K, a 10K or Kids 1 Mile Fun Run. Registration forms are available at Valley Head Town Hall and Hammondville Town Hall, our Facebook page, at early pickup or at registration on the morning of the race or you can request one by mail by calling Sherryl 256-657-1616
Help us honor your loved ones by sponsoring a memorial in their name and we will run in their memory. Come run or walk with us in memory of all the memorials.
If you would like to sponsor a memorial or an ad, make a donation or for more info contact Sherryl Lewis at 256-657-1616. (deadline for the memorials and sponsor ads is August 20, 2024).
Cash Prizes for the 5K and 10K overall Male and Female finishers will be awarded.
The top 3 Male and Female 5K and 10K finishers in each age category will receive medals.
Fun Run Registrants: Ribbons will be given to each of the and medals will be given to the top 3 Fun Run finishers.
Register by September 10, 2024 to guarantee a t-shirt in your size.
REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED AFTER SEPTEMBER 10, 2024: TSHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE PACKET PICKUP AND THE MORNING OF THE RACE BUT SIZES MAY BE LIMITED
All Mail-in Registrations and Registrations from the town halls must be received by September 10, 2023.
Online Registrations closes September 26, 2024
Race Day Registration and packet pickup will open at 7:00 am.
packet pickup and early registration on Friday September 27 from 6:00-8:00pm at Robert Johnson Roofing and Construction office on the square in downtown Valley Head
WE RUN IN MEMORY OF...
SEPTEMBER 28, 2024
5 K 10 K KIDS FUN RUN
OVERALL 5K & 10K MALE AND FEMALE CASH PRIZES
5K & 10K SEPARATE MALE & FEMALE AGE CATEGORIES
12 & UNDER 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90 & UP
GREAT DOOR PRIZES
CHIP TIMING PROVIDED BY PIN POINT TIMING
The Cemetery Association hosts a race each year to help cover the cost of mowing and maintenance on the cemetery grounds.
Valley Head Cemetery We Run In Memory Of... has grown. This will be year 9 for our race. We started running on the paved driveways in the cemetery with a 5K and Fun Run. We recently added a 10K by request and relocated the races to begin on the Valley Head Town Square at the Robert Johnson Roofing and Construction Office. The route will take runners through the valley following the rail road tracks on a scenic run up Violet Hill Road and back to the town square. Runners can choose between a 5K, a 10K or Kids 1 Mile Fun Run. Registration forms are available at Valley Head Town Hall and Hammondville Town Hall, our Facebook page, at early pickup or at registration on the morning of the race or you can request one by mail by calling Sherryl 256-657-1616
Help us honor your loved ones by sponsoring a memorial in their name and we will run in their memory. Come run or walk with us in memory of all the memorials.
If you would like to sponsor a memorial or an ad, make a donation or for more info contact Sherryl Lewis at 256-657-1616. (deadline for the memorials and sponsor ads is August 20, 2024).
Cash Prizes for the 5K and 10K overall Male and Female finishers will be awarded.
The top 3 Male and Female 5K and 10K finishers in each age category will receive medals.
Fun Run Registrants: Ribbons will be given to each of the and medals will be given to the top 3 Fun Run finishers.
Register by September 10, 2024 to guarantee a t-shirt in your size.
REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED AFTER SEPTEMBER 10, 2024: TSHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE PACKET PICKUP AND THE MORNING OF THE RACE BUT SIZES MAY BE LIMITED
All Mail-in Registrations and Registrations from the town halls must be received by September 10, 2023.
Online Registrations closes September 26, 2024
Race Day Registration and packet pickup will open at 7:00 am.
packet pickup and early registration on Friday September 27 from 6:00-8:00pm at Robert Johnson Roofing and Construction office on the square in downtown Valley Head
Location
71 Winston Street, Valley Head, 35989, AL, United States
Valley Head Cemetery We Run In Memory Of...
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