Dog Days of Summer 5k & 1-Mile Run

Saturday, August 6, 2021, 7:30 AM

Kidz Korner Playground

979 Government Street

Denham Springs, LA 70726

Description:

The Denham Springs High School cross country team is hosting the second Dog Days of Summer 5k on Saturday, August 6, 2022. The race will go along historic River Road in Denham Springs and offers runners a beautiful course with lots of shade. We hope to provide a worthwhile run for everyone. All proceeds beyond the administrative costs of the event will be donated to the Denham Springs High School cross country and track and field programs. The race will be officially timed and managed by Cajun Timing. All participants will receive a t-shirt and all 5k finishers will receive a custom medal. We have a maximum of 300 spots available in the 5k race.

Post-Race Festivities:

After the race we will have sweet tea, lemonade, water, and jambalaya while supplies last in the pavilion near the finish line. 

Event Details:  

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Registration Fees (Early & Late Fees & dates):

Early Registration thru June 26, $20 for 1-mile run (includes t-shirt), $30 for 5k;

After June 26 until August 3rd, $25 for 1-mile run, $35 for 5k

Packet Pickup (Location, Date & Time):

Denham Springs High School, 1000 N. Range Ave, Denham Springs, LA, 70726, Friday, August 5th, from 3 pm to 6 pm; Race day packet pickup at race site, starting at 6:30 am

5k Age Groups: 

14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over

Awards: 

Top Overall Male/Female, Masters Champion (40 & up) Male/Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Male & Female in each age group

Overall Champions and Masters Champions will receive a gift card from Varsity Sports

Age Group winners will receive a custom singlet from Varsity Sports

Store Products:

Additional T-Shirt: $15 each