FAQ
What happens if it rains/snows? Will the race be cancelled?
Safety is our highest priority and if adverse weather threatens the safety and well-being of participants then the race may be canceled, please stay tuned for Race Updates. The Lunar New Year Virtual 5k will continue rain or shine.
https://runsignup.com/Race/Lunar5KRunWalk/Page/weather
What is your refund policy?
Refunds are not allowed for this race.
When will registration close for the in-person race / virtual race?
Both in-person and virtual registration begins on December 25th, 2023, 12:00AM PST.
Early bird prices are only available for in-person registration. Early bird prices end January 25, 2024, 11:59PM PST.
Virtual registration ends on Feb 2nd, Friday 2024, 11:59PM PST.
Regular registration has ended due to capacity being reached. For further assistance, please reach out to anchic@ichs.com or call 206.533.2645
Late registration will open the morning before race begins on Feb 25th, Sunday 2024, 7:30AM - 9:10AM PST. Must arrive in-person.
How is the ICHS Lunar New Year 5K more sustainable this year?
One of the best ways to be environmentally responsible is to make this race cupless. That means that each aid station will have plenty of water but you will need to carry your own hydration system. This might be handheld water bottles, or wearing a fuel belt or a hydration pack.
This change is consistent with our commitment to sustainability and the environment. Seeing how much waste events like a running race generate, we felt compelled to do all that we can to minimize our impact on the environment while still providing an efficient and enjoyable race experience for our runners and walkers.
IN-PERSON RACE
Packet Pick-Up: You have two options to pick up your race packets:
- Feb 24th, Saturday, 10:00AM - 12:00PM. Location TBD.
- EVENT DAY Feb 25th, Sunday, 8:00AM - 9:05AM at Shoreline City Hall.
- Address: 17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133
Who are allowed to participate?
We happily encourage families to participate, including your kids (in strollers) and dogs (on leashes)! People with strollers and dogs will be asked to walk on the right side of the trail to avoid collision / causing safety hazards.
Registration is free for attendees 10 years or younger and elders 65+. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
What is included with my race entry?
You will receive your Lunar New Year 5k T-shirt (guaranteed until Feb 2nd) and giveaways from ICHS and our generous sponsors.
Are there prizes?
Yes! We will have a few awards including:
- First three runners
- Best dressed runner - See costume contest section for more information: https://runsignup.com/Race/Lunar5KRunWalk
I am unable to run, but still want to support the ICHS fundraiser. Is there anyway I can donate?
We greatly appreciate your support. Please visit our Donate page for details.
Can I get a T-shirt if I don't participate? / Can I participate and choose NOT to get a T-shirt?
Yes! You can donate to get a T-shirt. If you don't want a T-shirt, you can also choose the option "I do not want a T-shirt" to opt out when you register.
Where can I park?
Parking will be available at Shoreline City Hall.
REGISTRATION INFO
Can I sign up for more than one person?
You will be able to register for more than one person at a time, but you'd need to have the information of all the attendees and get their consent. This is important because each individual must sign a waiver to participate in this event.
Can I transfer my in-person registration to the virtual race or vice versa?
Yes! If you would like to switch from participating in-person to virtual or vice versa, you may submit a request before Feb 2nd.
What happens if I sign up and am no longer able to participate?
Unfortunately refunds or transferring registration is not allowed for this race.
Can I transfer my registration to another person or roll my registration over to next year?
No, transferring registration is not allowed for this race.
VIRTUAL RACE INFO
When you sign up for the Lunar New Year Virtual 5k, you may run ANYTIME and ANYWHERE you please on February 25th! Virtual races mean that you pick your favorite kind of course at the time for you. This flexible race model means more fun for you and an opportunity for us to run together safely distanced.
Are times verified?
No. For the virtual 5k, time are reported on the honor system at this link.
Are there prizes?
There is no 1st place, nor other placing prizes for this virtual 5k because of the variation in location and other factors. We encourage you to challenge your friends and family to participate virtually with you!
How do I share my photos?
Please share your photos on our facebook event page! Be sure to use the hashtag #ICHSLNY5k and make sure your photos are set on 'public'. We'd love to see what your experience was like! We'll be highlighting photos, videos, and posts throughout race week to share the Lunar New Year cheer.
How will I get my T-shirt and swag?
All race packets and swag will be sent via mail to the address you registered with.
If your address has changed, please notify us immediately using the Race Contact form on the race page. To see what address is associated with THIS Registration...go to RunSignUp.com, click Profile in the upper right-hand corner and scroll down to find the Resolute Runner race. Click "manage registration" and you'll see what address is associated with that specific race.
SUBMITTING RACE RESULTS FAQ
Do I have to submit my race times?
No, it is up to you if you want to share your race times. It's a fun way to track all the kilometers we've all run together for the same goal though!
How do I submit my race times?
It's easy to manually type in your race time or upload your race time from your own devices. Apps like Strava and Garmin are easy to upload.
Manually submitting race time from the home page
1) Click 'Results' on the top of the race page.
2) Type in your first name and last name, then click 'Lookup Registration'.
3) Click 'Submit Virtual Results' under the Event Column.
4) Manually enter race time and distance in miles (A 5k is 3.1 miles) OR click 'Load Activity from File' to upload your Strava or Garmin app data.
5) Click Submit Activity and you're finished! Check back on Results page to see other people's runs too.
