Friends of Kids with Cancer: Walk with a Friend

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who can win the 5K prizes?

   • Men's best time

   • Women's best time

   • Children 13 & under best time

2. Does my child need to be registered?

   • All participants who want a race t-shirt will need to be registered, even children. Sizes range from Youth XS–Youth XL and Adult S–Adult 3XL.

   • Children 2 and under do not need to register. However, they will not get a free race shirt unless they are registered.

3. Will the event be canceled?

   • This is a Rain Or Shine event.

4. Can I register to participate on the day of the event?

   • Yes. However, race t-shirts in specific sizes are not guaranteed.

5. When can I get my packet?

   • April 11, 2024 7:00 a.m.–7:00pm at Friends of Kids with Cancer Office. 16 Sunnen Drive, Suite 161, St. Louis, MO 63143 US

   • On race day from 7:30a.m.–8:30 a.m. at Tremayne Pavilion in Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park

6. Is there handicapped parking?

   • Yes. Go to the Sailboat Cove parking lot to be directed by Park Rangers and volunteers.

7. Will there be food?

   • Yes, free fruit, snacks, water, and coffee are available thanks to our kind sponsors.

   • Food trucks are also present for lunch, snacks, and beverages to purchase.

8. Is this event closed just to participants?

   • No, the park is open to the public during our event. Please share the path at all times.

9. What should I bring?

   • All participants are encouraged to wear their race shirts and runners wear their bibs.

   • Walkers and runners can bring signs or other ways to show their support. 

   • Team sponsors who have reserved areas on the lawn are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets, pop-up tents, and other picnic supplies for their area on the lawn.

   • Weather can be unpredictable, so we encourage you to bring warm clothes, umbrellas/ponchos, or any other items of comfort. We encourage you to bring rain gear just in case we face some rain at the beautiful Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park. In addition, our picturesque venue can be quite windy, even on a sunny day. We suggest windbreakers and weather appropriate attire. The event is "rain or shine."

10. Can I bring a stroller or cart for my belongings or children?

    • Yes.

11. Can I bring my dog?

    • Yes, please bring your well-behaved, friendly dog to this event. Please leave aggressive or anxious dogs at home. There are many people and other dogs at this event.

12. What is the SignUp fee?

    • This is a service fee for processing your race application through RunSignUp. 

13. What are the paths for 5K and walk?

    • Runners will run the 5K along the West side of the lake. Walkers will walk along the East side of the lake.
      

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