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Valley Center's Hornet Hustle is back and bigger than ever!

Are you ready to run? Abilene Elementary, West Elementary, Wheatland Elementary and Valley Center Intermediate School have joined forces for the annual Hornet Hustle on September 9, 2023!  Join us as we kick-off a 5k loop around Valley Center. This community tradition has become a favorite for our families, friends and running enthusiasts alike! 

This family friendly event is hosted completely by volunteers, all from Abilene, West, Wheatland Elementary and VCIS PTOs with 100% of the proceeds to go back to all 4 schools, equally.

The races will begin at 9 a.m. on September 9th at VCIS. We are encouraging our Hornet families to sign up for a 5K, 2 mile, 1 mile, ¼ mile or the 50 yard dash. This year we are offering a student registration for those 19 and under. 

Please register by August 31, 2023 to get a Hornet Hustle T-Shirt. 

 

5K Road Race Run

The 5K will start and end at the Valley Center Intermediate School, loop through the City of Valley Center and is a timed event. Participants must be over the age of 12 or accompanied by an adult (18+) during the course. This is a running event only. Register before August 31, 2023 to be guaranteed a shirt!

5K Race Course Route

 

2 Mile Road Race Run

The 2 mile will start and end at the Valley Center Intermediate School, loop through the City of Valley Center and is a timed event. Participants must be over the age of 12 or accompanied by an adult (18+) during the course. This is a running event only. Register before August 31, 2023 to be guaranteed a shirt!

2 Mile Race Course Route

 

1 Mile Run/Walk Race

This 1 mile course will be located on the VCIS school grounds. A mixed course of flat, grassy, concrete and track, this race is open to runners and walkers of all ages! Families and strollers are welcome! Register before August 31, 2023 to be guaranteed a shirt! No dogs on this course please!

1 mile Race/Walk Course Map

 

1/4 mile Fun Run for Kindergarten and 1st Grade

We didn't forget about our younger runners! This event will be for kindergarten and first graders as of enrollment in Fall of 2022. The course will be held around VCIS track. Register before August 31, 2023 to be guaranteed a shirt!

 

Pre-K 50 yard Dash

We even have a course our littlest! This event will be for Pre-K as of enrollment in Fall of 2022. This course will be held at the VCIS Football Field. Register before August 31, 2023 to be guaranteed a shirt!

 

No Hustle Hornet

Can't make it on the 9th? Maybe you'd prefer the t-shirt and just hang with the Food Trucks? We don't blame you and we got you covered too with our No Hustle Hornet, Just Here for the T-Shirt option. Register before August 31, 2023 to be guaranteed a shirt!

 

Food Trucks 

YES, Food Trucks AGAIN!!! Stay for lunch and join us for an after-run bite or snow cone!

Breezy's Snow Shack

E & J's Eatery

Buffalo Brew