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  Please come join us for the 13th annual St. Mary's Pace the Priest 5K run/walk on Saturday, October 14th, 2023. Come race the St. Mary Priest, Father David Fons through scenic, residential Williamston. Each participant will receive a custom logo t-shirt, please make sure to sign up before September 15th to ensure you receive the t-shirt size you prefer.

  This is a family friendly event with many fun activities to get the whole family moving to enjoy the beautiful fall weather. There will be a big race after party with face painting, popcorn, photo booth props, and more!

  The 5K is chip timed and will start at 9:00 AM, with a Kids Fun Run (approximately 0.3 mile) at 10:00 AM. The kid's fun run will take place on the sidewalks in McCormick Park, age limit for the kid's race is 8 years old. All kids who register will receive shirts and prizes for their race!

  This race is a relatively flat course, this race has pleased many runners with the scenic route though Williamston. There is one aid station on the course, water and snacks available before and after the race for participants. Please see the new route this year. Route will be marked and volunteers will be along the course to help direct participants. The change in route is due to the construction on Putnam Street. Copies of the route will be printed and there will be a bike volunteer leading the participants through the route. The route will be printed and available at packet pick-up and on race day.

  Packet Pick up will take place on Friday, October 13th, from 3:30 - 6:30 PM at St. Mary School in the Gym OR Race Morning beginning at 7:30 AM.