Pineland Striders Boxing Day 5K

Pineland Striders Boxing Day 5K

Join the Pineland Striders for the fourth annual running of South Jersey's most cherished Boxing Day tradition, the Boxing Day 5K! If you've got the day off, join us for this fun, low-key, quirky race! Proceeds from the race will be donated to Randall's Rescue.

The event features a USATF-sanctioned, chip-timed 5K and FREE Kids' Fun Run. Each pre-registered participant in the 5K will receive a pair of rechargeable electric hand warmers which double as USB power banks.

The 5K course uses residential roads surrounding Signal HILL Elementary School. The roads are not closed to traffic, but there is generally very little this time of day. There is a small section of the course that goes off-road (it's a grass-covered field, which is flat and not at all technical). The course will be marked with cones and chalk arrows, and volunteers will be stationed at tricky turns. Because this is a winter race, there will be NO on-course hydration. Strollers are allowed, but due to USATF rules, dogs are not permitted in the race. The 5K will have about a 90-minute time cutoff, so run-walkers and walkers are welcome. After the race, warm beverages and snacks will be provided.

This event will be held rain-or-shine. In the event that we do experience significant snowfall, we may be forced to cancel. Unfortunately, the majority of race expenses must be paid up-front, so we will not be able to issue refunds for cancellation. If we are forced to cancel, we will ensure that all pre-registered runners receive their race swag and will make every effort to offer registered runners a deferral or discount to another Pineland Striders race.

EVENT SCHEDULE:

• Friday, December 26th - RACE DAY!
• 7:30am - Bib Pickup/Race Day Registration Begins
• 8:45am - Free Kids' Fun Run Start
• 9:00am - 5K Start
• 10:15am - 5K Awards Ceremony
• 10:30am - Regifting Raffle

Awards will be given to the first place male, female, and non-binary finishers. Age group awards will be given to the first three male, female, and non-binary finishers in various age groups.

To learn more about the Pineland Striders running club, or to become a member, visit their website or Facebook page. If you or someone you know would be interested in donating to or sponsoring the event, please contact [email protected].