Irish Eyes Friendsgiving 5K Run/Walk
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Event overview
The 2nd Irish Eyes Friendsgiving 5k is a Thanksgiving Day run/walk held in Lewes, Delaware. The event is hosted by Irish Eyes Pub & Restaurant at 213 Anglers Road and produced by Seashore Strider Event Production Inc. Proceeds benefit Home of the Brave and the Toys for Tots program. The event returns after a prior edition produced by the same team and is presented in honor of a longtime Irish Eyes bartender.
Race details
Distances offered:
- 5 km Run/Walk
- 5 km Virtual Run/Walk
- 5 km VIP Package (includes hotel packet delivery)
- Kids "Lil Turkey" Dash for ages 7 and under
The 5k course is described as flat and fast, with the start on Market Street. Chip timing will be used with the Chronotrack B chip system. Packet pickup is available the day before at Irish Eyes Pub & Restaurant. Amenities include long sleeve t-shirts, a water stop at the halfway mark, custom awards, a youth dash with medals for early finishers, and a post-race celebration at Irish Eyes. Awards will be given to Overall, Masters and the top three finishers in multiple age groups from 9 & under through 80+. An official race hotel and VIP package are offered through a nearby inn. Entry fees and virtual race options are listed by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.