Event Description
Join us for the 108th celebration of Mardi Gras! Galveston We call it the best day ever!! You recieve with your registration tech shirt, silly jester hat, and a cold beer at the finish! Wait, we go one step further a ticket to Mardi Gras that day is included. The schedule that day features 4 parades and 2 headline concerts! No Run has more Fun!!
5K Only (No-Balcony) $ 35 + $1 City of Galveston Fee.
- Super fun festival t-shirt
- MG Themed Item* (first 150 registrations) *TBD
- FREE libations after the 5K & at Runner's Happy Hour Packet Pick up at Beerfoot Brewery!
- General Admission into Mardi Gras! Galveston on Saturday, February 23, 2019
- Price Increase on Jan. 30 to $55 + $1 City of Galveston Fee.
5K with 1/2 Day Balcony Ticket $80 + $1 City of Galveston Fee.
- Super fun festival t-shirt
- MG Themed Item* (first 150 registrations) *TBD
- FREE libations after the 5K & at Runner's Happy Hour Packet Pick up at Beerfoot Brewery!
- General Admission into Mardi Gras! Galveston on Saturday, February 23, 2019
- Balcony Party ticket for Saturday, February 23, 2019 12pm - 4pm
*T-shirt(s) cannot be guaranteed for registrations after February 6th.
TUTU CONTEST: Every year we give out an award to the best dressed group and this year we want to see your best tutus!!
Course:
The Jolly Jester Jaunt 5K will start in the heart of Mardi Gras! Galveston’s Entertainment district and head around the Histrocial Strand District for a fun jaunt with awesome views and then make your way back to the iconic Mardi Gras! Galveston Arch for a celebratory finish!
WARNING: Crazy outfits/Team Uniforms are EXTREMELY encouraged. The more OUTRAGEOUS, the better! There is a trophy and bragging rights involved for the most spirited participant!
Please contact sspak@yagaspresents.com with any questions.
Event details and schedule:
- Runner's Happy Hour Packet Pickup- 2/15/19 Beerfoot Brewery 2816 Ave R 1/2, Galveston TX 77550 5p.m.. - 7 p.m.
- RACE DAY Feb. 23, 2019
- 9:30am: Check-in/Registration/Packet Pickup
- 10:45am: Stretch/ Warm up!
- 11:00am: 5K RACE TIME
FAQs
Registration
Online registration closes February 22, 2019, at 12:00 PM. We will hold day-of registrations on site, starting at 9:30 am February 23, 2019.
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
You will need a vaild Drivers License showing you're 21+ to receive your free libations!
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
Paid parking is avaiable along the streets of Downtown Galveston and there are also paid parking lots avaiable at 21st & Mechanic.
What can/can't I bring to the event?
Please, no pets.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Contact Sarah Spak at 409-770-0999 or sspak@yagaspresents.com
What is the refund policy?
Due to the costs of preparation and setup, there will be NO REFUNDS for this event. The run will be done rain or shine. In the case of extreme inclement weather, a new run date will be chosen.
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