Lawson Lake 5k
Typically 36–53°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
53–75°F
dry
2024
40–54°F
dry
2023
42–63°F
dry
2022
27–41°F
rain
2021
39–49°F
dry
2020
37–63°F
rain
2019
27–40°F
dry
2018
19–38°F
dry
2017
47–54°F
dry
2016
46–63°F
dry
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About this race
Enjoy a couple laps around the Lawson Lake for a 5k or do a one lap walk for 1.5 miles. Proceeds will go towards Lawson Park Board special projects. (Parking available at Lake View Event Center and adjoining grass lot.)
Register by Oct 10, 2026 to be guaranteed our "Logo Drawstring Backpack" giveaway item!.
Race day registration will be allowed at the race site at $35 for 5k, $30 for youth 5k and $15 for walk. NO Giveaway item.. CASH ONLY!! EXACT CASH PLEASE!!
Race day registration/check-in is from 7am-7:45am. Race starts at 8am.
No chip timing.
No finishers medals.
5k Awards: 1st place overall male and female. Prizes will also be awarded in each age category male and female.
Age groups: 10 and under; 11-15; 16-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69: 70 and up.
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