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Holiday Stress Buster 5K - 12th Annual 5K Run/Walk
December 24, 2024
Lake Helen, FL, 32744, US
RACE LOCATION: Blake Park
126 Washington Ave E, Lake Helen, FL 32744
Finisher Medals to all participants.
BENEFICIARY
Money raised supports the City of Lake Helen's Parks & Playgrounds. All monies raised in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 races go to the Melissa Park and Playground improvements.
RACE ENTRY FEES
$20 for the first 100 registered then $25
November 2 – December 4 $25
December 5- December 22 $30
Packet Pickup or Race Day: $35
Students 17 & Under $15.00
Packet Pick-up - THIS IS NOT WHERE THE RACE STARTS - THIS IS ONLY THE PACKET PICKUP LOCATION
Thursday, December 19th- 11:00am - 2:00pm
Friday, December 20th - 3:00-6:00p
Lake Helen City Hall - 327 S. Lakeview Dr. Lake Helen FL 32744
*NO PACKET PICKUP ON SATURDAY
Race Day Packet Pick-up - December 24th
Race Site starting at 7a.m.- Sunday
Race Start Time
December 24th 8:00am at Blake Park
TIMING & SCORING
Professionally Chip Timed
All finishers receive a finisher medal.
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS
Virtual participants must come to packet pickup and claim their shirt, bib and medal. Virtual participants will be able to add their time to the virtual results page. Here
AWARDS Ceremony at 9:05 a.m.
Age Group charms that connect to your finisher medal for the following age groups: 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44,45-49,50-54,55-59,60-64,65-69,70-74,75-79,80+
FREE KIDS RUN
9:00 a.m. All kids receive a winning ribbon
TEE SHIRTS
Each Registered Runner will receive an Event Logo Shirt. Sizes are not guaranteed for registrations
received after December 13th
TIMING & SCORING
Race will be timed and scored with a disposable chip provided, which will be attached to the back of the bib
The 12th Annual Holiday Stress Buster 5K is set to take place on December 24, 2024, in Lake Helen, Florida. This festive 5K run/walk has become a cherished holiday tradition, offering participants a fun and active way to de-stress and embrace the spirit of the season before the main holiday festivities. Now in its twelfth year, the event has established itself as a community favorite, drawing runners and walkers of all levels. Participants can expect a scenic and relatively flat course winding through the charming streets of Lake Helen. The terrain is primarily paved road, making it accessible for both competitive runners and casual walkers. While specific weather for the 2024 event won't be known until closer to the date, December in Florida typically offers mild temperatures, though early morning start times might require a light jacket. The Holiday Stress Buster 5K is known for its friendly atmosphere and its unique timing on Christmas Eve, providing a memorable way to start the holiday with a dose of endorphins and community spirit.
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