16th Annual Sleighbell 5K Run Saturday, December 14th 2024 At: Jamestown High School 3751 John Tyler Highway Williamsburg, VA 23188. The course utilizes the Virginia Capital Trail, Powhatan Creek Trail and the Greensprings Trail. This is a 5K Run and a Competitive 5K Walk. The course will be USATF Certified. This race is a 2024 Colonial Road Runners Grand Prix race.
A virtual Sleighbell 5K is available for those who cannot make it on race day. Virtual participants receive a race T and finisher medal. Packets can be picked up on Dec. 13th at Colonial Sports or mailed for a $9.00 fee.
A portion of proceeds from the Sleighbell 5K Will benefit area Youth in after school activities provided by the WJCC School Health Initiative Program (S.H.I.P.). This event raises funds to get students out and moving. Donations will go to From His Hands! A consortium of 13 local churches whose mission is to feed the homeless.
Event Schedule:
8:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pick Up
8:30 AM - 1 Mile Fun Run
9:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk
10:15 Ugly Sweater Contest
10:30 am - Awards Ceremony
Awards:
Top 3 Men and Women overall in the 5K Run
Top 3 Men and Women overall in the 5K Competitive Walk
Top 3 Men and Women Masters (40 years and over) 5K Run
Top 3 Men and Women in 5K Run for the following age groups: 8 and under; 9-10, 11-13; 14-15; 16-19
five year increments 20-24 to 80 and Over.
Special Prize - "Middle of the Pack" Male and Female
Finishing Medals for all Finishers while they last.
