A Brighter Day 5K
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Event Overview
The second annual A Brighter Day 5K & Family Walk takes place in Saint Paul, Minnesota, at Lake Phalen. This inclusive event supports the Children's Law Center of Minnesota, an organization that provides free legal representation to youth in foster care. Participants can choose between different participation formats to support the cause.
The following distances and categories are available:
- 5K In-Person Run
- 5K In-Person Family Walk
- 5K Virtual Run/Walk
Course and Location
The in-person event features a scenic course around Lake Phalen. The route is designed to accommodate both runners and walkers in a community oriented atmosphere. The physical address for the gathering is 1600 Phalen Dr., Saint Paul. In the event of inclement weather, the organizers may transition the in-person event to a virtual format based on established safety guidelines.
Virtual Participation
For those unable to attend the physical event in Saint Paul, a virtual option is available. This allows participants to complete their 5K or family walk from any location. The virtual window for completing the distance and tracking activity is open from May 10 to May 31.
Registration Details
Registration is open to participants of various ages. Children aged 12 and older are required to register. While children aged 11 and under do not need to register to participate, they do not receive a bib number or event t-shirt. Registration fees follow a tiered pricing structure that increases as the event date approaches, with the final price increase occurring on the day of the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
