Light of the World Academy's Annual RUN FOR THE GOLD 5K & Kids Fun Run

🏅 Race Event Overview

Runners, lace up your lucky shoes for this much-loved race in Livingston County! Join us for Light of the World Academy's 14th annual Run for the Gold 5K & Kids Fun Run presented by (your company and link to website here)!

🏞️ Course Description

• Mixed Trail: A combination of Michigan country dirt roads, paved trail, and the streets of downtown Pinckney.
• Community Support: 47% of our 5K runners are under 18, with around 375+ runners and their cheering families.
• Additional Fun: The Kid's Fun Run hosts an extra 60-80 kids.
• Parade: The Pinckney St. Patrick's Day parade starts right after the race.

🎉 Race Beneficiary

This year's race continues to benefit the NEW PLAYGROUND at Light of the World Academy.

📝 Registration FAQs

• Deadline: Register by March 1, 2026, to get the shirt size you want!
• Pricing:
  • $30 until March 8th
  • $35 March 9th - 13th
  • $40 on race day (online registration only: we can take cash)
  • Kids run $10
• In-Person Registration: You can register at the PCYDI Red House during Friday packet pick up or the morning of the race.
• Close Time: 5K registration closes at 9:55 am. Kids Registration and t-shirt pick up is open until 11:00 am.

⏱️ Timing and Results

The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be live and on this website after the race.

👧👦 Kids Fun Run Details

No need for packet pick up! You're welcome to swing by the PCYDI Red House on Friday, 5 pm-7 pm, to register your kids in person or pick up their shirt for the next day's kids fun run. On race day, visit PCYDI's red house in the park to get your t-shirt (while supplies last) and head to the 5K start line where Mr. L, Light of the World Academy's PE teacher, will get the kids warmed up for their lucky run around the park!

🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities

Is your business interested in sponsoring our race? (Thank you!) Send an email to 5K@lightoftheworldacademy.org, and one of our volunteers will connect with you.

📅 Event Details

• Date: March 14, 2026
• Location: 131 S. Howell St, Pinckney, MI
• Event URL: RUN FOR THE GOLD