Absolutely! Every dollar raised through this event goes to Friends of Patterson Park. That includes registration revenue, donation dollars and sponsor contributions.

This is meant to be a safe and fun fundraiser event. There is zero tolerance for pushing, shoving or poor sportspersonship. 

No, there isn't a course cutoff in order to finish.

We will utilize street parking in the area. Please follow all posted signage. Remember: No parking or driving is allowed inside Patterson Park

The Start and Finish will be in the same spot; Look for the inflatable arch at the base of the Patterson Park Observatory.

This is also where the pre- and post-race festivities will take place!

There will be portopotties near the start/finish line for this event. There may be other portopotties in/around Patterson Park for general use.

We will not have an official bag check for this event.

We highly discourage the use of headphones at this event. Our course marshalls need to communicate with you so that you know where to go along the route. 

The Earth Day 5K & Fun Run is a rain-or-shine event! We’ll be out there unless the weather makes it unsafe for our runners, volunteers, or crew.
If conditions look rough — like lightning, high winds, or ice — we might delay the start, shorten the course, or make other quick adjustments to keep everyone safe.
We’ll keep you posted through email, social media, and race-day announcements if anything changes.

Yes! Any person who is crossing the finish line on their own accord will need to be registered prior to participating in the event.

Please visit the My Profile section of your RunSignup account page.

https://runsignup.com/profile

Absolutely! We will ask for the registrants full name for pickup, then we will assign their bib number.

Yes! We will offer online registration until the race starts or once the course capacity has been met.  If you prefer not to complete the online registration, please stop by the registration and/or timing tent for accommodations.

This event is a fundraiser for Friends of Patterson Park.  There will be no refunds, deferrals, and/or transfers given for any reason. The event is rain or shine, there is no rain date.  In case of inclement weather, or any other safety issue, management reserves the right to cancel/alter/modify the race/course for safety concerns while your entry fee will go directly to the cause.

We are glad to welcome our furry friends. It is easiest if they start towards the back of the corral and they must remain on a lead/leash at all times.

We are glad to welcome strollers. It is easiest if they start towards the back of the corral or along the side of the corral.

There will be one water station on the course that you will pass three times for the 5K and one time for the 1 Mile. 

For sure! Please check the Course tab on this website.

https://runsignup.com/Race/EarthDay5KMileFunRun/Page/Course