Locust Elfie Run
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Event Overview
The Locust Elfie 5K Run/Walk takes place in Locust, North Carolina. This athletic event focuses on a festive holiday theme, encouraging participants to dress in Christmas attire. The competition serves a charitable purpose, with proceeds supporting local youth art organizations. Monetary prizes are also awarded to schools or youth groups that secure the highest number of participants.
Course and Participation
The event features a single distance on a certified layout:
- 3.1 Miles (5K)
The course is described as fast and relatively flat, navigating through the Locust Town Center and the surrounding residential neighborhoods. The route is marked for clarity, and cyclists lead the participants to assist with navigation. The streets are kept clear of parked vehicles to ensure the safety of all runners and walkers.
Awards and Recognition
Performance is recognized across several categories. Overall awards are presented to the top three male and top three female finishers. Additionally, age group awards are distributed to male and female participants in brackets ranging from 10 and under to 76 and older. A non-performance prize is also available for the best-dressed participant in elf-themed or Christmas attire.
Logistics
Packet pickup is available on the Saturday preceding the race at the West Stanly Senior Center within the Locust Town Center. Out-of-town participants have the option to pick up their materials on the day of the event. Parking is located in designated lots behind the main buildings of the Town Center to minimize congestion on the race course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
