Events
Description
Join the Licking Heights Hornets on August 4, 2024, for our inaugural celebration of the new Licking Heights Hornets Stadium! We are raising funds to support the Licking Heights Music, PTO, and Sports programs!
The 5k race event will start at 8 AM, followed by the 1-mile Family Fun Run at 8:15 AM.
The run will be around the flat, paved, & scenic Licking Heights campus, starting and ending on the brand-new Hornets Field! We will post a course map as soon as everything has been finalized.
Additional Event Information
Perks!
All running will receive a high-quality race shirt with the Licking Heights Hornets 5K logo, a bib number, and a finisher medal. Sign up before April 7 for a discounted price!
RUNColumbus Race Series members can sign up for a $5 discount - see the team portal for your discount code.
Early Packet Pickup
Save time in line on race day and stop by Columbus Running Company's Pickerington location (1250 Hill Rd N 43147) on August 3, 2024. Get your race gear early, and visit with the running and walking experts at the CRC. Check out the sunglasses to keep your eyes shaded on race day. Race day pickup will also be available at the event beginning at 6:30 AM.
Parking
Our event takes place at the brand new stadium at Licking Heights High School. Please park in the Middle School lots. To navigate, plug 4000 Mink St SW, Pataskala, OH 43062 into your favorite GPS system, or click here for directions. There is ample parking at the Middle School.
Race Day Timeline
- 6:30 AM - Race day check-in and registration opens
- 7:50 AM - Line up at the start line for final announcements
- 8:00 AM - The 5K Run/Walk begins!
- 8:15 AM - The 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk is underway!
- 9:00 AM - Awards presentation
Awards
There will be awards presented to the top 3 overall male and female finishers in the 5K, as determined by gun time.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
The Licking Heights Hornets 5K is part of the 2024 RUNColumbus Race Series!
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