Peacocks, race horses and jockeys join runners on course Saturday morning
The Santa Anita Derby Day 5K, which benefits local high schools and retired racehorses, will be held April 6. Starting line is the starting gate at Santa Anita Park.
The race benefits Arcadia High School, El Monte High School, Alhambra High School, Arroyo High School, Arcadia Historical Museum and Funds for Retired California Racehorses. All runners get a medal.
“This is an event that is a lot of fun and the community really comes together,” said Kathy Kinane, president of Kinane Events. “It’s a unique setting. It’s a fast, flat course that runs through the famous Santa Anita Park racetrack and into the L.A. Arboretum. It’s a fun event.”
The race, certified by USA Track and Field is one of the most colorful events of the year. Runners start from an authentic horse track starting gate, run through the historical L.A. Arboretum where they encounter peacocks and beautiful birds, and then finish in front of the huge digital leader board at Santa Anita.
Entry fee includes admission to the $750,000 Santa Anita Derby. The fee also includes a Post-Race Party on the infield with live music, fabulous food and beer garden. Chip timing is available for the 5K and Kid’s Race. T-shirts and finisher medals are awarded to all.
Registration opens at 6:30 AM.
The 5K Run is set for 8 AM
The 5K Walk begins at 8:20 AM
The Kids 6-Furlong Race for 7- to 12-year-olds begins at 9:45 AM
The Homestretch Dash for 6-year-olds and under starts at 10:05 AM
General Information Registration Fees Senior (60+) & Youth Entry 18 & under $20
Senior &Youth Entry after April 1 and thru Event Day: $25
Adult Entry Race Day Entry $32
Adult Entry after April 1 and through Event Day $33
Adult Event Day Entry $35
Live Entertainment: Kelly’s Lot
Proceeds Benefit- Arcadia High School, El Monte High School, Alhambra High School, Arroyo High School, Arcadia Historical Museum, CARMA (Funds for Retired California Racehorses).
Awards & Prizes – Finisher medals for all! Awards given to top three male and female finishers in each age division. $700 Seabiscuit Prize purse to be distributed between masters and open top 3 male & female.
For more information contact Kinane Events www.kinaneevents.com at 760-434-5255 or info@kinaneevents.com.
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