The Light of the World Academy’s 12th annual Run for the Gold 5K and Kids Fun Run is set for Saturday, March 16, as part of Pinckney’s St. Patrick’s Day Celebration.
In previous years, this run has hosted anywhere from 300 to 650 runners (depending on March’s weather). The run is a mixture of Michigan country dirt roads, paved trails, and the streets of downtown Pinckney — a course that attracts all types of area runners.
The race starts and ends in Village Square Park so runners are perfectly positioned to enjoy the bed races and St. Patrick’s Day Parade after.
Light of the World Academy is located close to the heart of Pinckney, just off D-19 and M-36.
“It’s so much fun to see walkers and runners of all ages coming together to welcome the spring season and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day,” said Kathy Moorehouse, director of Montessori. “This has become such a fun tradition in our community.”
This year’s race proceeds will help build a new playground at the school.
● Pricing – $30 until March 8, $35 March 9-15, $40 on race day (online registration only). Kids run $10.
● Schedule – The 5K begins at 10 a.m., followed by the Kids Run at 11 a.m. Awards will be given at 11:30 a.m. and the Pinckney Bed Races and St. Patrick’s Day Parade kicks off shortly thereafter.
● Medals will be given to the top 3 runners in each age and gender category for the 5k race. Age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-69, 70 and older
● Kids Fun Run starts at 11 a.m. and all participants will receive a dog tag necklace as they finish. The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation.
To sign up for the run or make a donation to the event, visit Run for the Gold 5K Sign Up and Donations.
The school is looking for Sponsors and Donations for the 5K from local businesses. If you are interested in donating or sponsoring this year’s run, reach out to 2024 Race Director Jessica Purcell at jessicapurcell82@gmail.com.
