The eighth annual Holiday Hustle 5k and 2k Run, Walk and Dance-Walk is scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 15 in Sechelt. This family-friendly festive event starts and finishes at the Seaside Centre, where there’ll be hot and cold beverages, baked goodies, prizes, decorations and live music.
The 2018 event saw a record turnout of 136 participants and the organizers are hoping for another big year. Net proceeds support the Chatelech and Elphinstone running teams. Donations for the running teams, as well as the Elves Club, are collected during registration.
Register online by midnight Dec. 1 to get the early bird rate. A flat rate family deal is also available.
Entry includes a free Santa hat, and participants are encouraged to dress in red, white and green, as Santa or an elf, or any festive costume of choice. Both the 2k and 5k courses loop around Sechelt roads, including the Cowrie Street main business area.
The top three male and female finishers in Junior, Open and Masters divisions will receive Christmas tree ornament medals. Every participant and volunteer will have a chance to win one of the numerous draw prizes donated by local businesses.
To sign up to run, walk, dance-walk or volunteer, see pacesetterathletic.club/hh5k/, drop by PaceSetter Athletic Footwear in Gibsons, or call Teresa at 604-885-8849.
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