Lakefront Marathon Kid's Run 2012

 

The 2011 Lakefront Marathon Kids Run was an afternoon of family fun and fitness! Click here to see the video of the 2011 Kid's Run.  We intend to build on this success and feature the Kids Run again in 2012. Registration materials are now available- for individuals as well as groups. Below are some quick facts about the Lakefront Marathon Kids Run.

Registration Forms:
Download the individual registration form.
Download the group registration form.

What is the Lakefront Marathon Kids Run?
The Kids Run is a non-competitive marathon distance run designed to promote physical activity for kids and their families.  This event allows kids (ages 5 – 14 years of age) to go the full marathon distance one mile (or less) at a time.  For 3-4 months prior to race day, participants will log their miles to reach the ultimate running distance of a marathon.  Participants and their families are encouraged to get up and start moving by running or walking ¼ mile, ½ mile, ¾ mile, or 1 mile segments.  Parents, teachers, or coaches will sign off on the portions of miles participants log in their mileage logbooks.   Kids must have completed 25 total miles between Friday, June 1, 2012 and Friday, October 5, 2012.  Completed logbooks will be turned in on race weekend.

On Saturday, October 6, 2012, participants will finish the last 1.2 miles of the marathon, on the race course. Participants will cross the same finish line as Lakefront Marathon runners, complete with cheering fans and official announcer!  Afterward, stick with us in the finish area for some post-run snacks, games, and entertainment to celebrate.

What time does the race take place?
Tentative start time for the 2012 Kids Run is 3:00 p.m.

How should training miles be logged?
Once registration materials have been received by Kids Run staff, an official training logbook will be mailed to each registered runner.  ** Kids must have completed 25 total miles between Friday, June 1, 2012 and Friday, October 5, 2012.  Completed logbooks will be turned in on race weekend.

What should I do on race day?
Click here for a map and complete race day instructions for the kid's run.

Questions?

Send us an email with any questions: kidsrunlakefrontmarathon@yahoo.com