About This Race
Join us for the Maplewood Mile 5K on Oct 3 at 9:00 AM — a scenic, USATF-certified-ish (fun) route through Maplewood Park. Whether you’re chasing a PR or running with the stroller, this mostly-flat course highlights tree-lined paths, a pond turnaround, and a finish on the town green. Every runner gets a finisher medal; top finishers take home awards and local gift certificates. Kids’ Fun Run at 10:15 AM. Proceeds support the Maplewood Urban Tree Fund.
Welcome to the Maplewood Mile 5K — Run for the Trees!
Lace up and come enjoy a morning of fresh air, community vibes, and scenic trails. The 5K course winds along Maplewood Park’s paved and crushed-gravel paths, showcasing mature maples, a pond, and the town’s historic gazebo. It’s perfect for first-timers, families, and competitive runners alike.
Race day schedule
• 7:30 AM — Packet pickup and same-day registration opens (maplewood community center)
• 8:45 AM — Race briefing & warm-up on the green
• 9:00 AM — 5K start (chip timing)
• 10:15 AM — Kids’ Fun Run (100–200m)
• 10:45 AM — Awards ceremony & post-race snacks
What you get
• Technical short-sleeve race shirt (first 300 registrants)
• Finisher medal for all participants
• Chip timing and results posted live online
• Post-race snacks, coffee, and a local food truck village
• Kids’ activities, face painting, and race photography
Prizes
• Top 3 overall male & female • Top 3 in 10 age groups (5-year bins) • Special award for best tree-themed costume
Course notes & accessibility
• Mostly-flat, family-friendly course on mixed paved/gravel paths. Strollers welcome. • Accessible restrooms at start/finish. • Dogs on short leashes allowed (must be registered as a dog-runner).
Parking & transit
Free parking at Maplewood High School (shuttle to start). Bike racks available at the start/finish.
Charity
Proceeds benefit the Maplewood Urban Tree Fund to plant and maintain street trees and fund environmental education.
Contact
Questions? Email [email protected]
or visit the event FAQ on the race page.
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