RACE NAME: Parx Casino and Racing Octoberfest 5k
RACE DATE: October 12, 2013
RACE LOCATION: Parx Racetrack Picnic Grove, 3001 Street Road Bensalem
ON-SITE REGISTRATION: Opens 8am
FUN MILE WALK START TIME: 9:30am
RACE START TIME 5K: 10am
DIVISIONS: 13 & Under, 14-20, 21-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60+

This 5k is the number one run for Fans and Family to watch the runners LIVE from the comfort of our picnic grove and on our dozens of TVs. The race is also shown on two giant screen TVs on the front of the building and in the infield. Runners will travel the perimeter of the Casino & Racing grounds and then proceed onto the racetrack, home base to 2004 KY Derby Champion SMARTY JONES. Power down the final 7/8th of a mile into a stretch race call by track announcer Keith Jones. Still photography will be posted on our website and Facebook. Post-race presentation of cash wagering voucher awards and trophies to first three finishers in each adult division. Gift cards to first three finishers in kid’s divisions. First woman and first man to finish will be awarded $100 Wagering voucher each.

TERRIFIC GOODIES AND EXTRAS ARE GUARANTEED TO THE FIRST 500 REGISTRANTS:

  • Coffee and refreshments during registration
  • Hydration Station serving water on the course
  • Post race refreshment table
  • Picnic Grove open for spectators featuring in house TV coverage of the race
  • Racing themed Award ceremony in Winner’s Circle with special trophies


ENTRY FEES:

  • $28 for adult (no additional fees for credit card)
  • $23 20 yrs and under (no additional fees for credit card)


NEW FOR 2013:

  • Fun Mile Walk - Entrance fee $20. Participation button for all walkers. Starts at 9:30 am and makes a one mile walk around the main track.

Fees will bump up on Thursday morning October 10th. Register Early! runtheday.com/registration/race_info/13284
Contact - Beth Coale - 215-639-9000 ext 4215