2010 Richmond Race for the Cure Event Information

Race Day Schedule: Saturday, May 8, 2010

Parking

The following parking decks and lots will be open on Race day:

Riverside on the James deck- $2. (Please note that this deck is adjacent to the island and pedestrian entrance)
The Shockoe Slip deck behind the Tobacco Company restaurant - $4
4th & Cary & Canal Lot - $5
3rd & 4th Cary & Canal Lot - $5
5th & 6th & Canal Street Lots - $5
Crowne Plaza Hotel garage- $5
4th & Cary Street surface lot- $5
3rd & Main Street surface lot- $5

Ways to Participate
Click here to view the race course map!

Registration - Online registration has ended, you can still register in person at packet pick-up!

Registration Fees
5K Competitive Run/Walk: $35.00
5K Recreational Run/Walk: $30.00
1K Walk: $30.00
Kid’s Race: $20.00
Sleep In for the Cure: $35.00

Team & Individual Registration deadline: May 3, 2010

Register by Mail

Click here for a copy of the entry form!
Complete entry form and send payment to:

Komen Richmond Race for the Cure
4905 Radford Avenue, Suite 209
Richmond, Virginia 23230

**Donations made by check can also be sent to the above address!**

Packet Pickup - New Location: The Shops at Willow Lawn!

Packet pick-up will be Thursday and Friday, May 6th and May 7th from 10:00am - 9:00pm at the Shops at Willow Lawn. Packets MUST BE picked up prior to Race Day on May 6 and May 7, there will NO RACE DAY packet pick-up.

Team Packet Pickup
This year there will be no team packet pick-up. Teams of 50 or more people will have the option to have their packets assembled and will be able to pick them up earlier the week before the Race. If you'd like to pick up multiple packets, please bring a copy of the participants' photo ID and their t-shirt size.

Computer Chip Timing
The 2010 Komen Richmond Race for the Cure will use Computer Chip timing to time the women and men’s 5K runs. You must be wearing a timing chip to obtain an official race time. Chips: disposable chips will be attached to your bib and picked up in advance at packet pick-up prior to race. Last day for chip registration is May 3, 2010.

Race Results
Timing results will be available immediately after the Race ends. Click here to view results!

Baggage Check
For your convenience, baggage check will be available to all registered participants. Look for the UPS Trucks.

Safety

Please note that strollers are allowed at the Race. We ask that those who participate with children begin the race closer to the back of the crowd as to not injure themselves or other participants.

For the safety of all participants, inline skates and pets are discouraged from participating in this event. Thank you for your cooperation.

This event will occur rain or shine. We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances, in that event, there will be no refunds, rather, your entry fee will be used as a donation to the Komen Richmond Race for the Cure.

Parking
Check back soon for more information.

Hotels



The Crown Plaza hotel in downtown Richmond is offering a special rate to Race participants! Use the Group Code RFC when booking your reservation to receive the special room rate.

Reflections on Pink
Stop by the Reflections on Pink canvas and record a personal expression that will live on long after the race. Attach a photo (cannot be returned), write a message in memory of a loved one, celebrate your own victory, or simply sign your name and show your support for the Cure!

Download our Race Widget!
Help promote the Race by adding our Race for the Cure widget to your Facebook page, MySpace page and more! Click here to download it now.

Tinkled Pink!
A great way to show your support for the Richmond Race for the Cure and let your name be seen while taking care of important business! For $100 you can underwrite a port-a-potty on Race day. Celebrate your special someone this Mother’s Day by decorating a port-a-potty at this year’s Race. To learn more and reserve your own Tinkled Pink port-a-potty click here!

American Civil War Center
Visit the American Civil War Center when finished the race! Show your race bib and receive $2 off your admission! For details, visit www.tredegar.org.

Thank You!
Events like the Komen Richmond Race for the Cure® allow the Richmond Affiliate to support Komen's vision of a world without breast cancer and promote the promise to save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowring people, ensuring quality of care for all and energizing sciences to find the cures.  75% of our net income will be allocated to breast cancer education, screening and treatment programs in Central Virginia.  The remaining 25% fund the Komen National Research Grant Program.

On behalf of the individuals whose lives are touched by Susan G. Komen for the Cure, thank you! 


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