Athena & Ares 5K/2K | Hometown Happenings

889 S. Court Street
Crown Point, IN 46307

Running > 5k

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Event Description

In Ancient Greece, Athena was a fierce warrior who was known for being a Protector and for Her wisdom & courage.  Are is the god of courage & war.  Join us in clebrating the “Warrior Goddess” in your life or bring out the Warrior in YOU!  Like all of our events, we will follow CDC guidellines and social distancing practices.  At the event:

*  Toga!  Toga!  Toga!  Have your family & friends get into the theme by wearing togas!  We will be giving $5 off a 2021 Event to everyone who comes dressed in a toga!
*  Tajimamori Candy Dash for kids!  Yes, there IS a Greek God of sweets!
*  Warrior Goddess Award presented to a woman who, like Athena, prtoects others and shows courage in her life.
*  Post race snacks & pizza from Carriage Court Pizza 
*  Vote for YOUR local Women’s charity to benefit!  Those receiving 20 or more votes will share in the proceeds.
Please consider donating items to moms in need:  laundry detergent, diapers size 4,5, & 6, Pull ups size 3t/4t and 4t/5t, toliet paper, paper towels, baby wipes, shampoo/conditioner, body wash & toothpaste.

COST thru June 17th:  $20 for adults, $15 for kids (12 & under).  NO race day sign ups!  Under  3 are free.  Shirts extra $14 available thru June 10th.  Strollers welcome.

Packet Pickup:  On site from 7 – 8 am before the event.

Refer a Friend!  Share the link from your confirmation email with your friends.  Get 4 to sign up & you get $10!

COURSE:  This timed 5K/2K Run/Walk takes place through the Fairgrounds.  Included along this wooded route is a covered bridge, historic buildings and a scenic lake.

RACE AWARDS:  Top Overall, Top Master (40+), Clydesdale (Men 210+ lbs), Athena (Women 170+ lbs), Top Three finishers in each age group.  Age divisions: 0-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

Please note:  No refunds will be given due to weather.  Should we not be able to do the race due to future Stay at Home orders or restrictions, you will be receive a credit to a future race.  If you do not pick up your shirt at the event, unclaimed shirts will be sold after the run.   If you have any questions, please contact Tim@yourhometownevents.com

About Covid-19:   Participant knows and assumes personal risk of coming into contact directly or indirectly with individuals who have been exposed to and/or diagnosed with one or more communicable diseases including but not limited to Covid-19 and any of its mutations or other medical conditions and/or diseases.  It is impossible for Hometown Happenings and those supporting the event to completely eliminate the risk that any participant can become exposed or infected through contact with or within proximity to any individual with a communicable disease.  Participants will render Hometown Happenings harmless to any and all claims with respect to any & all personal injury/illness/death regardless of negligence or otherwise.


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