Vision 5k and Kids Fun Run
Saturday, December 28, 2024
Past event
8:45 AM EST
Lynchburg, Virginia
Free–$38.80 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Vision 5k and Kids Fun Run on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Peaks View Park in Lynchburg, Virginia! This family-friendly event features a 5k race kicking off at 9:00 AM, preceded by a fun 400m Kids Fun Run at 8:45 AM. It's the perfect opportunity to enjoy a day of fitness, community, and fun while supporting a great cause—proceeds from the event will benefit programs at Onward Christian Academy, an independent Christian non-profit that empowers families and fosters a love of learning in students.
Participants can look forward to a fantastic experience with chip timing, post-race refreshments, and the chance to win exciting door prizes. The first 50 registrants will receive an exclusive embroidered winter hat! With awards for overall winners and top age group performers, there's plenty of motivation to lace up those running shoes! Don’t miss out on this vibrant community event; register early to take advantage of the lower fees and secure your spot in this joyous celebration of health and community spirit!
Participants can look forward to a fantastic experience with chip timing, post-race refreshments, and the chance to win exciting door prizes. The first 50 registrants will receive an exclusive embroidered winter hat! With awards for overall winners and top age group performers, there's plenty of motivation to lace up those running shoes! Don’t miss out on this vibrant community event; register early to take advantage of the lower fees and secure your spot in this joyous celebration of health and community spirit!
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Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.80 Fee & Embroidered Winter Hat
Entries closed9:00 AM EST
$38.80
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Kids 400m Fun Run
Incl. Embroidered Winter Hat
Entries closed8:45 AM EST
Free
Organiser's description
The Vision 5k and Kids Fun Run will take place at Peaks View Park in Lynchburg, Virginia on Saturday 12/28/24. A portion of the proceeds will help support programs at Onward Christian Academy. https://www.onwardchristian.org Onward, a K-12 homeschool hybrid model in Lynchburg, VA, is an independent Christian non-profit. We empower families and equip students, supporting parents in training their children while fostering a love for learning and academic success. Through traditional learning and hands-on experiences, students thrive, discover their gifts, and grow as well-rounded individuals ready to serve others and embrace education as a God-given gift.
EVENT DATE AND START TIMES
December 28, 2024
8:45am - Kids 400m Fun Run
9:00am - 5k
EVENT DETAILS & LOCATIONS
Parking - Use the Ivy Creek Entrance for the closest parking options.
Packet Pick-up - Located in the small picnic shelter near the tennis courts. To expedite check-in please have your registration code pulled up on your smartphone.
Start/Finish - Located on the pathway near softball field #5.
* See the below park map for additional information regarding locations.
REGISTRATION
$25 - Through 12/21
$30 - 12/22 & 12/28
$35 - Race Day
Kids Fun Run - free, but kids must register.
RACE AMENITIES
- The first 50 participants will receive an embroidered winter hat!
- Chip timed with finisher text/email notifications.
- Post race refreshments will also be available for all participants.
- Each participant is eligible to win one of many door prizes (must be present to claim your prize).
5K AWARDS
In the form of gift cards and other offerings from local merchants.
- Overall Male & Female
- Highest ranking Male & Female according to age grade performance. https://www.runnersworld.com/advanced/a20801263/age-grade-calculator
- Top male and female in each age group which are broken down based off of entry information.
RAIN/SNOW DATE
Every effort will be made to conduct the event on the scheduled date, however the rain/snow date is set for Sunday, December 29, 2024 In the event of a major storm threat, race management will notify all participants 24 hours prior to the event, specifically Dec. 27, by 9am. While we will honor refunds until 12/20, we will only honor race fee transfers to another participant after 12/20.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
If you would like to be recognized as an official sponsor of the Vision 2025 5k and Kids Fun Run, please contact the Race Director through the "Race Contact Info" button below.
EVENT DATE AND START TIMES
December 28, 2024
8:45am - Kids 400m Fun Run
9:00am - 5k
EVENT DETAILS & LOCATIONS
Parking - Use the Ivy Creek Entrance for the closest parking options.
Packet Pick-up - Located in the small picnic shelter near the tennis courts. To expedite check-in please have your registration code pulled up on your smartphone.
Start/Finish - Located on the pathway near softball field #5.
* See the below park map for additional information regarding locations.
REGISTRATION
$25 - Through 12/21
$30 - 12/22 & 12/28
$35 - Race Day
Kids Fun Run - free, but kids must register.
RACE AMENITIES
- The first 50 participants will receive an embroidered winter hat!
- Chip timed with finisher text/email notifications.
- Post race refreshments will also be available for all participants.
- Each participant is eligible to win one of many door prizes (must be present to claim your prize).
5K AWARDS
In the form of gift cards and other offerings from local merchants.
- Overall Male & Female
- Highest ranking Male & Female according to age grade performance. https://www.runnersworld.com/advanced/a20801263/age-grade-calculator
- Top male and female in each age group which are broken down based off of entry information.
RAIN/SNOW DATE
Every effort will be made to conduct the event on the scheduled date, however the rain/snow date is set for Sunday, December 29, 2024 In the event of a major storm threat, race management will notify all participants 24 hours prior to the event, specifically Dec. 27, by 9am. While we will honor refunds until 12/20, we will only honor race fee transfers to another participant after 12/20.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
If you would like to be recognized as an official sponsor of the Vision 2025 5k and Kids Fun Run, please contact the Race Director through the "Race Contact Info" button below.
Location
170 Ivy Creek Ln, Ivy Creek Entrance, Lynchburg, 24502, VA, United States
Vision 5k and Kids Fun Run
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