$5K - 2021 Race Series

The 2021 Race Series is is a go! 

Series scoring is derived from the results for all seven $5K races in the year. Points are awarded based on overall and age group placement.  Awards are presented at the end of the season based upon cumulative points for the entire series. 

Click here for Races Series information, results and registration.

The $5K is designed as a low-key race for the athletes who want to run a tune-up race to prepare for their targeted event, the novice who may be intimidated by the larger events and runners/walkers who want an event to test themselves without breaking the bank.

What you get:

• A 5k course that is accurate and well-marked
• Aid stations on the course and finish area that have water and Gatorade
• Mile Markers 
• Clock at the finish line
• Accurate finishing times available at the event and uploaded to TCTC online results nearly real-time
• Support for all levels of runners or walkers

What you don’t get:

• T-Shirts – don’t you have a closetful already?
• Food at the finish area, unless a local establishment wants to provide something – any takers?
• Verbal splits, unless we have a plethora of volunteers
• Medals or trophies – we may have gift certificates that are awarded based on varying criteria

COVID Safety Precautions

Due to the continuing pandemic, the following safety measures will be in place and strictly enforced to ensure athlete and volunteer safety.

• RACE CAP of 150 runners. Sign up early to ensure your spot in the race!
• MASKS - athletes MUST wear masks prior to crossing the start line and immediately upon crossing the finish line and breathing returning to normal.
• SOCIAL DISTANCING - Athletes MUST maintain 6 feet of separation from other runners and/or volunteers whenever possible.
• WAVES - we will have two waves of 75 athletes each. Waves may be adjusted up or down depending on number of athletes registered at the time of the race.  Wave 2 will start 5 minutes after Wave 1.
• Failure of an athlete to wear a mask and/or maintain social distancing requirements could result in disqualification.

2021 Dates and Times

Registration opens on the first day of the month for each respective race. 

Tuesday, April 13 at 6:30pm - Register Here
Tuesday, May 11 at 6:30pm - Register Here
Tuesday, June 8 at 6:30pm - Register Here
Tuesday, July 13 at 6:30pm - Register Here
Tuesday, August 10 at 6:30pm - Register Here
Tuesday, September 14 at 6:30pm - Register Here
Tuesday, October 12 at 6:00pm (Starting earlier for daylight finish) - Register Here

Location

The events will occur at Jamison Park, which is located next to Meadowlark School (401 Meadowlark Dr.) The course is a flat out and back on the Muddy Creek Greenway that starts at Jamison Park, turns around at Robinhood Rd and returns to the Park. This is a PR course for the competitive and nice easy course for the novice.

Course Map

We'll be using a new course beginning in 2021 with the start/finish closer to the Jamison Park shelter and the parking lots.

Registration

Click here for the Race Series page and links to Online Registration for each race.

SPECIAL NOTICE: For 2021 races, participants MUST pregister and pay online in advance.  There will be no onsite registration or payment until we are no longer dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Twin City Track Club Members receive a full race discount of $5. This applies to all $5 5K races - unlimited usage.

As the name says, the race fee is $5. 

Bib pickup and onsite registration begin 45 minutes prior to the race.  Just show up and have fun!

Volunteers:
Yes, we need you.  Contact Terry Wilmoth:  tlwilmoth@gmail.com

General Information:
This $5-5K race series is sponsored by the Twin City Track Club.  You do not have to be a TCTC member to participate.  However, we think you would enjoy the benefits of a TCTC membership and we would love to have you.