Johnny's Run (Hosted by St Patrick Parnell Festival)

Q: Do I get a shirt?
A: YES! We will be posting a picture of the shirts, so please be sure to come back to this site soon!

Q: Will there be age group awards, overall awards?
A: Yes! Age group awards will be given to the top 3 finishers in all age groups for the Johnny's Run 5K. 

     The top male and top female winners for both the Johnny's Run 5k & Johnny's Impossible Mile Challenge 
     race will be awarded custom-made steins that can be refilled the entire night at the festival for free!

Q: Do I get a finishers medal for the race?
A: Yes! All finishers will be awarded a finishers medal for both races.

Q: Can I change my shirt size?
A: An early registration allows us to have a better chance at being able to do this. 

Q: What is the course like?
A: Johnny’s Run is an out and back 5K (3.1 miles) paved course of gently rolling hills covering peaceful farm country, in the picturesque setting of St Patrick’s Church in Parnell, Michigan. The course is lined with scenic views of tree- lined roads, open rolling farmland, taking one to a ‘hallmark type setting’ that is hard to find these days.

Whether you are a tough competitor, or just want a fun walk/jog, this course is ideal for all!

Johnny’s Impossible Mile Challenge is a one-mile race intended to challenge you like Johnny was challenged in his one mile walk with cerebral palsy. Participants have 30 minutes to carry an added 10% of their body weight in the form of dog/cat food which will be placed in a backpack for one mile. The pet food will be donated to the local Humane Society afterward. Challengers are required to bring their own backpack (Minimal 14” wide x 20” tall x 4” deep) and you must be at least 18 years of age to participate. The race is limited to the first 50 to sign up. Awards will be given to the top male and top female finisher! 

We are very honored to have Johnny Agar, himself, as this year’s new Co-Race Director, and he will be there to cheer you across the finish line! This race will prove to be a one-of-a-kind 5K. Come and join Johnny and take on either the Johnny's Run 5K , the Johnny's Impossible Mile Challenge race or do both! (Check out our Course Details page)

Q: Where and when is packet pick-up?
A: You can pick up your packet from 4:30pm - 7:00pm on Friday the 23rd. There will be a table with volunteers near the start location. 

Q: Where does the money raised at Johnny's Run go?
A: The proceeds from Johnny's Run will go toward student scholarships for the St. Patrick school as well as toward the St Patrick parish. 

Q: Is there a post-event party?
A: Yes! The Festival Finish will be part of the St Patrick Parnell Festivby The Adams Family (50's & 60's rock) beginning at 8:00 p.m. 
Admission is FREE
Food concessions (cash only)
Cash bar (picture ID will be required for beer purchase)