Event Information
Registering for Multiple Events
To register for multiple events first select an event below, then enter your participant details and select "add additional race"
Event Information
2016 Schedule
Blaze of Glory 5K
Saturday 3/19
9:30 AM
BCRR Break-Fast 5K
Sunday 4/3
9:30 AM
Cornerstone 5K
Saturday 4/23
9:30 AM
Y Run CBFYMCA
Saturday 5/7
6:00 PM
Run, Walk, Roll 5K
Saturday 5/14
9:30 AM
Doylestown 5K
Saturday 5/28
9:30 AM
Chalfont Challenge
Saturday 6/4
8:30 AM
- Waiver - Each runner will be required to sign a waiver on race day. A parent's signature will be required for runners under the age of 18.
Rain or Shine Reminder
This is a seven race series. The event date varies for each race. Please be sure to double check the individual race information. No refunds are possible. Please note that these are rain or shine events.
FINISH LINE FUN
Enjoy great food, music, and the fellowship of the running community while the race results are tabulated. Our computerized scoring systems provide prompt and accurate results. Race results will be available on the Internet immediately after runners cross the finish line. Use your Iphone to access them. In addition, there will also be a mat at the start so that runners will see both their "gun times"and their "chip times". Raffles and special events are planned for the various races. Visit www.bucks5kseries.com for more details
IN PERSON REGISTRATION
IF THE RACE YOU WANT TO REGISTER FOR IS ALREADY CLOSED FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION, YOU CAN STILL REGISTER ON RACE DAY
AWARDS
Awards: immediately following the race. One overall male and female winner and one male and female age-graded master winner. Awards for the first 3 runners in each age group, male and female. The age groups begin with 8 and under, 9-11, 12-14 and then in 5- year increments starting with 15-19 and ending with over 80
Fees
$25 At least 7 days before the 5K race
$35 Within 7 days before the 5K race
$150 All seven 5K races – before March 15th
$10 Fun Run
Family discount -- $25 for first 2 runners, then $15 for each additional runner. Pre-registration only.
Please note: All races will be staged rain or shine. No refunds are possible
Brief Description
The Bucks 5K Series is a non-profit organization that facilitates and coordinates seven 5 kilometer (3.1 mile) road races, all USTAF certified. These races attract the fastest runners in the region, as well as entire families and rookies. Each of the races, all in the spring, take place on various scenic roads of central Bucks County and benefit local worthy causes. They feature a high quality timing chip for accurate scoring and post race festivities for all runners to enjoy.
REGISTER FOR ALL 7 5K'S
Register for all 7 5k's before March 15th and receive the $150 discounted price, plus a moisture wicking Bucks 5K Series long sleeve T-shirt. There are 2 styles, one for male and one for female.
THE COURSES
All of our beautiful courses have been officially certified by the USA Track and Field Association. The miles are accurately measured, clearly marked and include mile split times. Marshals ensure safety over the courses, with street closings where necessary. Water stations and emergency personnel are a regular part of the races. Age group course records are now posted for each race on www.bucks5kseries.com. Dogs are not allowed on the course at any time. Strollers are allowed but must start the race at the back.
RACE RESULTS
The Series will be using the DISPOSABLE BIB CHIP TIMING. Professional finish line management provided by RaceWire. Awards ceremonies begin shortly after the finish of each race. Results will be online that evening at both www.bucks5kseries.com and www.racewire.com. After the first four races, Series standings will be on our website. Series Awards will be given following the Chalfont Challenge.