Schoolhouse Rocks 5K Fun Run & Festival
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Event Overview
The Schoolhouse Rocks event in Menlo Park, California, features a 5K run and a 1-mile fun run, followed by a festival. The runs start at Hillview Middle School and follow an out-and-back course through the neighborhood. The 5K is a timed race with awards based on chip time, while the 1-mile fun run is not timed.
Distances
- 5K Run
- 1-mile Fun Run
Registration and Logistics
Standard registration fees are $65 for the 5K and $55 for the 1-mile fun run, with both entries including access to the festival. Festival-only attendance is free. Registration is not available on the day of the event. Packet pickup is scheduled at Fleet Feet on Santa Cruz Avenue on the Friday and Saturday before the race. Participants under 11 years old must be accompanied by a registered adult on the course.
Awards and Festival
Awards are given for the 5K race, including top overall finishers and age group medals from 6 and under to 18+. The post-race festival opens after the runs and includes activities such as bouncy houses, a climbing wall, outdoor games, food trucks, and music. The event proceeds support MPCSD schools. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
