Event Information
About This Event
Please join us Sunday, 9/21/2014 for the 2nd Annual Rocket Race to benefit Auburn Youth and Family Services. This race features a 10k, 5k, and 1k Fun Run (kids under 10 only, please). The race starts and ends at Auburn High School, and this year we are pleased to announce RaceWire timing for real-time splits and Top Finisher results. In addition to the run, we will also have a bounce-house and other healthy activities for kids. FINZ from the Worcester Sharks will be around to help our runners warm up, cheer on the kids, and give away Sharks tickets to a few lucky participants. All proceeds go directly to Auburn Youth and Family Services. We welcome all ages and skill levels to this fun-filled, healthy day!
Awards
Top 3 Male and Female finishers in 10k and 5k categories will receive a medal. All 1k Fun Runners will receive a ribbon.
T-Shirts & Goodie Bags
All runners, including same-day registrants, will receive a goodie bag. All pre-registered adults will receive a cotton tee shirt, and first 50 Fun Runners will receive a child's size tee shirt. Additional shirts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Number Pick-Up
Numbers will be available for pick up Saturday, 9/20/14 (location TBD) and 8:30 - 9:30 am Sunday, 9/21,2014.
Post Race Party
TBD - stay tuned for details!
Parking
Parking at no cost is available on site in the upper lot at Auburn High School as well as the Bed, Bath and Beyond Parking lot located at 366 Southbridge St, Auburn, MA 01501.
Courses
1k Fun Run will be run on the Auburn High School Track. The 5k and 10k courses have been modified this year. The 5k is a loop on paved roads with mild hills. The 10k is a loop starting with a moderate hill, leveling out mid-race, and ending in a fast downhill slope. Frequent water stops, signs and cheerleaders will be present throughout the race.