The Great Jones County Fair 5K Race
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Event Information
The Great Jones County Fair 5K Race takes place in Monticello, Iowa. It is part of the fair week festivities and offers two event categories: a general 5K and a 5K for participants aged 20 and under. The event is organized in collaboration with Monticello Parks and Recreation.
Course and Experience
The route winds around the fairgrounds, past livestock barns, and along a track. It continues past the Monticello Golf Course and through Riverside Gardens. Organizers intend to mark the course with a chalked line for continuity. The race supports community adult programming and events.
Practical Details
Participants can choose to walk or run the distance. Chip timing is provided by B & W Racing. Race entry includes a complementary fair admission ticket. Awards are given in the form of "Fair Ribbons" to the top three male and female finishers in each age category. Age categories span from 9 and under to 70 and older. Registration for participants 21 and over costs $35, while the entry fee for those 20 and under is $20. An online registration deadline exists to receive a race T-shirt. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
