32nd Divine Child Mark Carpenter Memorial Falcon 5K Honoring Coach Tony Mifsud Logo

32nd Divine Child Mark Carpenter Memorial Falcon 5K Honoring Coach Tony Mifsud

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Divine Child High School, Dearborn MI

Saturday, August 2nd, 2025

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Divine Child is excited to welcome Falcons and our larger community to join us for the 32nd Annual Mark Carpenter Memorial Falcon 5K Honoring Coach Tony Mifsud! This annual public running event is held on Divine Child's campus and includes a Tot-Trot for children ages 6 and under, a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk and a 5K for all ages. Following the duration of all events, the top 5K winners and 1 mile winners will be announced on the track. Complimentary hot dogs, sponsored by Dearborn Sausage Brand, and chips will be available at 9:15. Family activities on the field and concourse. All participants and their families are invited to stay.

ℹ️ Race Information

  • Registration: Register in advance at runsignup.com by Sunday, July 20 ($30 early bird price-includes a T-shirt): registration after July 20 is $35 and DOES NOT include a t-shirt.
  • Onsite Registration: Available on race day under the tent on the football field starting at 7:00 AM for $35.
  • Water Stations: Bottled water at start/finish line and a water station on course.
  • Awards: Race awards will be distributed and announced during the social hour following the 5K.

⏰ Race Times

  • 8:15 AM: Tot Trot - ages 6 and under.
  • 8:45 AM: 1-Mile Run Fun/Walk.
  • 9:10 AM: Welcome and Prayer.
  • 9:15 AM: 5K starts, and grill opens - complimentary hot dogs and chips available.

❓ FAQs

  • What is the Mark Carpenter Falcon 5K? The Divine Child Falcon 5K is an annual public running event held on the Divine Child campus in memory of Mark Carpenter ‘68. The event includes a tot trot for children 6 and under as well as a 1-mile fun run and a 5K for all ages. Proceeds from the event benefit the Divine Child Alumni Association and Divine Child High School Girls Cross Country team.
  • Where can I pick up my packet? Your packet (your t-shirt and bib) can be picked up at the Divine Child High School on Saturday, August 2, 2025 in the morning starting at 7:00 AM.
  • Can I register the day of the run? Yes. Registration will open at 7 AM on the day of the race.
  • When does online registration close? Online registration will close on Friday August 1st at 12 noon (shirt NOT available).

🚗 Logistics

  • Parking: Yes, parking is available.
  • Bib Number: Please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment. Those who run without a bib will be asked to leave the course and will not be allowed to finish.
  • Water Availability: Yes, a water station will be available along the route and there will be water available at the end.
  • What can you bring to the event? Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted. Firefighter turnout gear and military backpacks are also permitted.

💖 Donations and Sponsorships

  • Donations: Yes. Donations will be accepted for 3 weeks after the event.
  • Sponsorship: Please send all sponsorship correspondence to amcnamara@divinechild.org.
  • Goods or Services Donation: Contact us at amcnamara@divinechild.org.
  • Refund Policy: No, we do not provide refunds for the event.

🤝 Volunteering

It's simple! Email amcnamara@divinechild.org and we will reply within 24 hours. Volunteers are always needed for the day of festivities. Thank you!

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