VCTRAILS 5K & Kids’ Fun Run at Western Days
June 3, 2023
Before the Western Days Parade
WHEN:
June 3, 2023
7 AM Same-day Registration
8:30 AM roads close, and we start time shortly after
WHERE:
Start and finish near the Community Center at Valley Center Road and Lilac Road. The roads close at 8:30 AM for the parade, so give yourself plenty of time to arrive and park well before 8 AM. Parking is available across from the Community Center on Lilac.
ROUTE:
The route is an out-and-back path along the entire parade route between the Community Center and School Bus Lane (on Cole Grade). There is a one hour cut off time for race participants.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
For non-members of VCTA (and also members who have yet to renew for 2023), the registration fee will include membership to VCTA for the remainder of 2023. Current VCTA get the discounted rate. Registration includes:
Race Entry
Race bib
Event T-shirt
Water/snacks at the event
Special gift for first 50 Participants to register!!
Opportunity to join VCTA’s walking float in the Western Days Parade after the 5K
Additional perks TBD. Stay tuned!
PARADE:
Return to the parade staging area on Cole Grade after the 5K event so you can walk in VCTA’s parade entry!
You can walk or take a shuttle. There is also plenty of space along Heritage Trail between Lilac and Cole Grade for
folks wishing to watch the parade after the 5K event.
PACKET PICK UP:
We will have packets (bibs, event t-shirts, etc.) available for pick-up at the Western Days Festival across the street
from the Community Center (28246 Lilac Road) at two different times. This is also the same place you’ll ark for the 5K event.
Friday June 2, at the Western Days festival event from 5PM - 7PM
Saturday, June 3 from 7 AM - 8:20 AM at check in
If you are not attending the event in person, you’re welcome to email Hannah infovcta@gmail.com , so we can arrange getting your packet to you!
Waivers
Each event participant gets to sign not just one but TWO event waivers. Both are provided at the packet pickup and online
prior to the event. You may print them and b ring them to the event, and we’ll also have plenty of copies avalable on site.
Participants under 18 will need a part/guardian to sign. Please email Hannah infovcta@gmail.com if you have any questions.
T-shirt info:
Please be sure to email infovcta@gmail.com with your specify T-shirt size, and style after you are registered for the 5K.
Sizes of t-shirts: XS, S, M, L, XL, & XXL
T-shirt styles: Unisex or Fitted cut
There are two main styles of t-shirts available: straight cut, often known as "men's" or "unisex", and fitted cut, also known as "women's".
REGISTRATION IS OPEN! (SEE DROP-DOWN BOX BELOW!)
CROSSFIT RUNNING CLINIC
MAY 6, 2023 (SATURDAY) at 9AM
MAY 6, 2023 (SATURDAY) at 9AM
CROSSFIT RUNUNG CLINIC
Let’s get ready for the 5K and Kids’ Fun Run at Western Days prior to the Western Days Parade. Valley Center CrossFit is hosting a running clinic this year at their facility at 28425 Cole Grade Rd. Saturday, May 6 at 9am! To reserve a spot Click HERE.
What to Expect June 3
Parking will be available near the Western Days Festival site across from the community center. We will be present with packets for pick up, waivers, and any day-of registrations. The roads close for the parade at 8:30, at which point we'll do a warm up with CrossFit Valley Center and then begin our 5k! The 5k route takes us up Valley Center Road to Cole Grade, with a turn around at School Bus Lane. We have an hour to complete the event, and so if you haven't made it to the turnaround point after a half hour, then you can either turn around wherever you are to get back to the finish or you can continue to School Bus Lane parade staging area and walk back in the parade with VCTA. Someone will be out on the 5k route to remind you of your options when the time comes!
Water and snacks will be available at the finish. You'll be hungry after smelling the Rotary pancake breakfast along the route...perhaps you'll decide to make your way to the pancake breakfast after the 5k...
All are welcome and encouraged to stay for the Western Days parade after the 5k. If you haven't been before, it really is a fun parade!! For those (like me!) who plan to walk in the parade with VCTA, the staging area for the parade is back on Cole Grade. You can walk or take a shuttle back to the staging area.
Q: Can I participate virtually? (Translation: Can I register for the 5k just for the swag, even if I don't attend the 5k?)
Yes! Even if you're out of town on June 4 or already working your tail off at Western Days, you can still sign up and get the 5k benefits!! Your membership will be renewed, AND you get a cool shirt. Register soon, and you'll also get a VCTA logo visor. What better way to represent Valley Center and VCTA than sporting a cool tech t-shirt out on the trails? If you can't attend the scheduled pick-ups for the shirts on June 2 or 3, just reach out to arrange pick up, delivery, or mail. I'll get you your stuff, don't worry. I want us to match on our next hike together.
Q: How long do I have to register?
Technically, you can register all the way until June 3 the morning of the event! We won't turn you away! However, if you want to guarantee that you'll receive your shirt at the event, register by May 1. If we run out of shirts at the event, you'll still receive a shirt - it just may be a few weeks after the event.
Q: I want to register but simply can't afford it...can I just come to run/walk?
Please do not let cost keep you from this event!! We have sponsors willing to support our community so it's an all-inclusive event. Email me at infovcta@gmail.com.
Q: I want my kids to participate, too! Can they come?
Of course! If you want them to receive the swag, you can register them as well. All participants will need to sign a waiver, and minors will need an adult so sign the waiver on their behalf. Have a large family, and the cost is prohibitive? See above!!! Email me today!
Q: Will volunteers at the event also receive a shirt?
YES! (While supplies last!) If you want to volunteer and haven't reached out to me yet, email me ASAP! We still need you and want to see your faces in person on June 3!!
Q: How can a Business become a sponsor?
Donate $250.00 to Valley Center Trails Association & VCTA will advertise your Business, on the back of our 5K & Kids’ Fun Run T-Shirt.
Valley Center Trails Association is a 501(c)(3) organization. Email infovcta@gmail.com for more information.
Thank you to our awesome sponsors!
Monkeys and Bananas Entertainment