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Resurrection School's Run Before the Roast 5k Run/Walk
Resurrection School is celebrating 100 years, so lace up your running shoes and help us kick off a year of celebrations at our Run Before the Roast 5k Run/Walk on Saturday, September 19! Proceeds from the race benefit the Resurrection School.
The 5K course welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities and is a great way to kick off a day of festivities at the 91st Annual Ox Roast. Enjoy a fun, family-friendly atmosphere, community spirit, and the excitement of being part of one of the area's longest-running traditions.
Participants will receive a professionally timed race experience, and a commemorative t-shirt will be available in both adult and youth sizes. After crossing the finish line, stick around to enjoy food, entertainment, and activities that make the Ox Roast a community favorite year after year. (Ox Roast festivities begin at 2pm.)
Events
EVENT PRICING
5K run/walk: $30 thru 9/6, $35 from 9/7 to 9/18. $40 on race day (online registration only)
Family discount - 10% discount for 3 or more people registering at the same time - automatically applied during registration
Kids 1 mile and relays - $15 includes t-shirt and medal
AWESOME RACE SWAG!
👕Race t-shirt - sizes Youth XS-L. Adult S-2XL
Shirts are guaranteed with registration by Sunday, September 6th. Sizes available as they last after that date.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
8:00 AM - Packet Pickup & Late Registration - Church of the Resurrection!
9:15 AM - Kids 1 Mile and Relays - Held at Lansing Catholic High School Outdoor Track!
10:00 AM - 5k Run/Walk - Starts at Church of the Resurrection!
Join us after the race for the Ox Roast. Festivies begin at 2pm.
RESULTS
The race is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation.
Results will be available immediately after you finish the race.
Scan the QR code located near the finish line/post race area.
AWARDS
TENTATIVE AWARD STRUCTURE
🏆Overall Male and Female
🏆Overall Male and Female Master (ages 40+).
🏆First in age groups 14 and under 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
Donations and proceeds from this event support Resurrection School's 1926 Legacy Fund. As we celebrate our school's 100th year, we honor a century of transforming lives through meaningful Catholic education. The Legacy Fund helps ensure that our school continues to flourish for the next 100 years.
$1,010
Raised of $1,000
🔥 Ready, Set, Roast!
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Event Location
Church of the Resurrection
1505 E. Michigan Avenue
Lansing, MI 48912 US
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