15-05-2025
Multiple 5K race events in Vermont this weekend
VERMONT (ABC22/FOX44) – As the weather gets warmer, races for charity, competition, and just plain fun are kicking into gear. We have chosen a few races this weekend still open to registration.
South Burlington Recreation and Parks is holding a Glow in the Dark 5K running/walking event. Participants are directed to wear glow-in-the-dark clothing and light up the night. Registration is $15 in advance ($10 for South Burlington residents) or $20/$15 the day of. Check-in will start at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 16.
Also in South Burlington is a 3rd annual charity run/walk by Empty Arms, an organization that helps people grieving infant loss and miscarriages. The event will have a 2K option for walkers. Music, entertainment, and a free scoop of Ben & Jerry's ice cream are included with registration, which is $30 for adults and less for children. Check-in will start at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 17.
The St. Albans Run for Jim Memorial Fund is holding a charity 5K run/walk with shorter race options for children under 11. The fun helps residents with expenses related to catastrophic illness. Registration is $40 for the 5K or $25 for the shorter events for children. The registration will be the day of starting at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 17, and the race will start at 10:00 a.m..
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The fourth annual Black Fly Run & Ride near Westmore, Orleans County, will have a 5K option, but will also include distances up to a difficult half marathon on rocky trails with over 3,000 feet of elevation gain. It will be followed that evening by a barn dance. Registration is $50 for adults for the 5K ($40 for youth) going up to $125 for the longer races. The half marathon and 10-mile races will start at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 17, with the 5K starting at 10:00 a.m..
Finally, the annual Barre Town Spring Run will be giving all of its proceeds to UVM Childrens Hospital. Registration is $10 in advance by midnight on May 15 or $15 the day of. Kids 14 or under run free. Same-day registration will start at 7:45 a.m. on Sunday, May 18, and the race will start at 9:00 a.m.
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