Viking 5k & 10k at Loyd H Roland Memorial Park, Akron, PA (3-16-2024)
Saturday, March 16, 2024
Past event
8:00 AM EDT
Akron, Pennsylvania
$32.80–$48.70 · 2 races
5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Viking 5K & 10K on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the scenic Loyd H Roland Memorial Park in Akron, PA! This exciting event is part of the US Road Running Race Series and offers participants a chance to challenge themselves on an out-and-back course. The 5K will have runners completing the course twice, while the 10K will see participants tackling it four times. Both races kick off at 8:00 AM, so be sure to arrive early for packet pickup, which starts at 7:30 AM.
Participants of all levels are welcome, and there's no need to be a club member to join in the fun! Every finisher will receive a themed medal, and there's even a prize for the best costume—so get creative and bring your A-game! With awards for the top finishers in various categories and a friendly atmosphere, the Viking 5K & 10K promises a memorable experience for everyone. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, come out and enjoy this festive day of fitness in beautiful Akron!
Participants of all levels are welcome, and there's no need to be a club member to join in the fun! Every finisher will receive a themed medal, and there's even a prize for the best costume—so get creative and bring your A-game! With awards for the top finishers in various categories and a friendly atmosphere, the Viking 5K & 10K promises a memorable experience for everyone. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, come out and enjoy this festive day of fitness in beautiful Akron!
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Races
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5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee &
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$32.80
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10k
Incl. $3.70 Fee &
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$48.70
Organiser's description
This is a US Road Running Club Race and part of the US Road Running Race Series.
It is not required to be a club member to run with us.
Club members receive 50% off club races and a US Road Running shirt.
To join go to https://usroadrunning.com
RACE INFORMATION
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
5K and 10K Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4851148639
This is an out-and-back course.
5K does the course twice.
10K does the course four times.
The 5K and 10K are limited to 2:00 hours.
AWARDS
1st Place Overall Male
2nd Place Overall Male
3rd Place Overall Male
1st Place Overall Female
2nd Place Overall Female
3rd Place Overall Female
Age group awards are based on series points and awarded at the end of each calendar year.
FINISHER MEDALS
All finishers will receive a themed medal.
BEST COSTUME
It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.
At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.
The best costume will be awarded at the beginning race.
RACE RULES
Entry fees are non-refundable, with no exceptions.
We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.
No dogs on the course.
Walkers are always welcome.
RACE DIRECTOR
Monica Padgett - RD1/E
Hailey Lentz - RD2
[US Road Running] https://usroadrunning.com
[Button Race Club] https://usroadrunning.net
[Races] https://usroadrunning.rsupartner.com/upcoming-races
[Series Points] https://runsignup.com/Club/USRoadRunningPAClub/Page-27
It is not required to be a club member to run with us.
Club members receive 50% off club races and a US Road Running shirt.
To join go to https://usroadrunning.com
RACE INFORMATION
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
5K and 10K Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4851148639
This is an out-and-back course.
5K does the course twice.
10K does the course four times.
The 5K and 10K are limited to 2:00 hours.
AWARDS
1st Place Overall Male
2nd Place Overall Male
3rd Place Overall Male
1st Place Overall Female
2nd Place Overall Female
3rd Place Overall Female
Age group awards are based on series points and awarded at the end of each calendar year.
FINISHER MEDALS
All finishers will receive a themed medal.
BEST COSTUME
It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.
At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.
The best costume will be awarded at the beginning race.
RACE RULES
Entry fees are non-refundable, with no exceptions.
We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.
No dogs on the course.
Walkers are always welcome.
RACE DIRECTOR
Monica Padgett - RD1/E
Hailey Lentz - RD2
[US Road Running] https://usroadrunning.com
[Button Race Club] https://usroadrunning.net
[Races] https://usroadrunning.rsupartner.com/upcoming-races
[Series Points] https://runsignup.com/Club/USRoadRunningPAClub/Page-27
Location
Loyd H Roland Memorial Park, 221 N 11th St, Akron, 17501, PA, United States
Viking 5k & 10k at Loyd H Roland Memorial Park, Akron, PA (3-16-2024)
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