Join us for the 5th annual “This Race Blows” 5K and 1 mile twilight run/walk to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Cystic fibrosis is a life-threatening genetic disease that causes mucus to build up and clog the lungs and pancreas.

The thick mucus causes bacteria to get stuck in the airways, which causes or swelling and infections that lead to irreversible lung damage and eventually death.

Event:

1 mile run/walk

5K run/walk

Activities for the kids

Live music by THE LONE GUNMEN and TORN CORNERS

Register online:

Click here to register

Date:

June 4, 2016

Time:

5:00pm: 1 mile race begins

6:00pm: 5K race begins

Location:

Mackintosh on the Lake Clubhouse (4210 Bonnar Bridge Parkway, Burlington, NC 27215)

Race Description:

1 mile race will be an unofficially timed, flat route perfect for strollers, families, and wee ones to run or walk.

5K race will be officially timed on a course of rolling hills. One water station will be located on the course.

Childcare services will be available upon request for children (ages 3 and up) whose parents are participating in the 5K race at no additional charge. Space is limited. Contact thisraceblows@yahoo.com to register by May 20th to guarantee your space.

T-shirts guaranteed for all participants if registered by May 20, 2016

Medals guaranteed for all children registered for the 1 mile prior to May 20, 2016

Medals for the top 3 finishers in each age group in the 5K

Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult

Pricing:

1 mile: $20 (ages 3 and up); No price increase, but register before May 20th to be guaranteed and T-shirt and child’s medal

1 mile registration includes: T-shirt, medal for all children 15 and under, post-race concert and access to children’s activities

5K: Before May 20, 2016: $35 (ages 6 and up); After May 20, 2016: $40

5K registration includes: T-shirt, participation in 1 mile fun run, post-race concert, and access to children’s activities

Register online:

Click here to register

Register in person:

Registration forms will be available at D&J Allstate located at 3251 South Church Street, Burlington, NC 27215. Completed forms can be dropped off during regular business hours any time prior to the race. THIS RACE BLOWS PRINTABLE REGISTRATION FORM

Packet Pickup:

June 3, 2016:

Dumayne Chiropractic located at 3493 Forestdale Dr, Suite 101, Burlington, NC 27215

June 4, 2016:

Beginning at 3:30pm

Mackintosh on the Lake Clubhouse located at 4210 Bonnar Bridge Parkway, Burlington, NC 27215

Race Day Schedule:

Packet Pickup: 3:30pm

Registration (if event is not full): 3:30pm

1 Mile Race Start Time: 5:00pm

5K Race Start Time: 6:00pm

Concert by THE LONE GUNMEN and TORN CORNERS: 7:00pm

Award Presentation: ~8:30pm

Lantern Lighting and Release: 9:00pm

Event Ends: 10:00pm

Race Routes:

1 mile

5K

Race Awards:

1 mile run/walk is unofficial; all children registered by May 20, 2016 will receive a medal upon completion of the race

5K Award Categories:

Overall Men’s and Women’s Award

10 and under

11-15

16-20

21-30

31-40

41-50

51-60

61-70

71 and over

Must be present to receive award

Food and Beverages:

Food will be available to purchase at the event

Non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Alcohol will not be sold at the event but you are welcome to bring your own

Kid Activities:

Playground

Horse Rides

Face Painting

and more

Weather Policy:

This is a charity event. No refunds will be given for inclement weather.