Light of the World Academy's Annual RUN FOR THE GOLD 5K & Kids Fun Run

Ready to run, have a blast, and make an impact? Join us for an unforgettable day of fitness, fun, and community at  Light of the World Academy's 13th annual Run for the Gold 5K & Kids Fun Run on Saturday, March 15th, 2025!

This year's race benefits a NEW PLAYGROUND at Light of the World Academy! Check it out: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/185U1nBrdH/

This much-loved race has hosted anywhere from 300 to 450 runners (depending on March’s weather) and their adoring spectators. The run is a mixture of Michigan country dirt roads, paved trail, and the streets of downtown Pinckney—a course that attracts all types of area runners. You'll want to stick around after the race for Pinckney's St. Patrick's Day parade!

REGISTRATION

Register soon to get the shirt size you want! 

• $30 until March 9th
• $35 March 10th -14th
• $40 on race day (online registration only; we can take cash)
• Kids run $10 

Note: You're welcome to register in person at the PCYDI Red House during Friday packet pick up or the morning of the race. We can take cash or check for in-person registrations. 5K registration closes at 9:55am and Kids Registration and tshirt pick up remains open until 11:00am. 

SCHEDULE 

10:00 am 5K starts 

11:00 am Kids Fun Run 

12:00 pm Pinckney's St. Patrick Parade

Awards for the overall male and female winner. 

Medals will be given to the top 3 runners in each age category for both male and female in the 5k race. Age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-69, 70 and older

The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be live and on this website after the race.

Kids Fun Run - no need for packet pick up! You're welcome to swing by the PCYDI Red House on Friday 5pm-7pm and register your kids in person or pick up their shirt for the next day's kids fun run. On the day of the race, stop in at PCYDI's red house in the park to get your tshirt (while supplies last) and head to the 5K start line where Mr L, Light of the World Academy's PE teacher, will get the kids warmed up for their lucky run around the park!

SPONSORSHIP

Is your business interested in sponsoring our race? (Thank you!) Send an email to 5K@lightoftheworldacademy.org and one of our volunteers will connect with you.