The 5K and 10K will be chipped using MyLaps RFID bib tag technology. This tag is attached to your bib and records your time when you cross the Start/Finish line. Your bib should be visible on the front of your shirt to ensure the best readability by the race timing system.

The 1-mile run is not timed, but a clock will be present at the start/finish line during the event.
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The start line, registration and information table will be in front of the Freight Shed at 331 Water Street. Yorktown, VA 23690 and near Ben & Jerry’s.

Corrals may be used depending on the size of the participant field in each event. Start corrals are assigned based on the estimated finish time you entered on your race registration.

Yes, bathrooms are located at the parking garage and beside the Freight Shed and beside the Freight Shed and the first floor of the parking garage. There are bathrooms at the end of the park on Water Street picnic area where all participants turnaround on the courses. There are no bathrooms on the race courses.

5K: There is no time limit for the 5K

1 Mile Family Fun Run: There is no time limit; however, we do ask walkers and runners to get on the sidewalk at 8:30 once the 10K starts.

10K: There is a 17-minute per mile pace requirement on the 10K. This is to ensure roadways can be re-opened in a timely manner. Anyone who falls behind this timeline will be asked to move to the side of the roadway, or transported back to the finish line area by race staff.

Most of the course is closed to traffic. However, Ballard Street, Cook Road and Water Street will be partially closed and York County Deputies will be directing traffic at key areas. It is the responsibility of the runners to pay attention, not be distracted with listening devices and aware of all safety precautions. This includes running on the official side of the road without crossing the mid-line.

The 5K and 10K courses have been precisely measured and documentation provided according to USATF requirements, certifying the courses as accurately measured. The 1 Mile Fun Run is not a certified course.

Yes, there is gear check! We will provide you with a clear bag to check your gear. All runners have to use the clear bags. No other bags will be accepted due to safety reasons. We will put your belongings in a bag, write your Bib # on the bag, and keep it secured for you during the race. This is for simple items like keys and sunglasses. Please do not plan to leave high-value items with the gear check.

We recommend you arrive at least an hour before the start of your race to allow time to park and walk to the start line area. If you have not picked up your packet prior to race day you should consider arriving even earlier. Packet pick-up will open at 6:30am.

Safety among runners, vehicles and race volunteers are top priority. Ear buds are allowed as long as long as one ear is free of a listening device. Participants must be alert to their surroundings at all times and must pay attention to important announcements.

The 5K will have one water station and the 10K will have 2 water stations.
If participants feel they may need additional hydration, other than water, are welcome to carry additional fluids or have someone along the route to give them hydration or snacks.
If you need medical assistance, report it at the water stations and they will contact emergency service. If medical assistance is not needed, someone at the water stations or a race official can transport you to the finish line after the race.
There are no toilet facilities on the courses.

Medical personnel will not be on the course. If you need medical assistance, any participant may call 911 or report your medical concern at the water stations and the volunteers will contact emergency service. If medical assistance is not needed, someone at the water stations or a race official can transport you to the finish line after the race.

Those running with strollers and walking are encouraged to start in the back of your assigned corral. We ask that you take extra precaution for your safety, your child's safety and for the safety of the runners around you.

Wheelchair/hand-cyclists/duo teams will be allowed on a limited basis. Please contact us if you will be participating as a wheelchair/hand-cycle/duo team.

Pets, bicycles, skateboards, in-line skates, etc., are NOT permitted in the races.

Although we are animal lovers, pets are not allowed in the race for safety reasons.

Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome. If you're relatively slow you should stay towards the right-hand side of the course. Be sure not to stop suddenly or veer into the paths of other runners. If you are running with friends, run no more than two abreast. Doing this will keep traffic on the course moving smoothly. The 10K course has a time limit of 17-minute per mile pace.

No, we do not offer refunds, but we do offer the option to defer your race to the following year. If you would like to defer or transfer your race registration, there is a $20 fee for either race. Please email us at raceteam@flatoutevents.com to do so. The last day to defer or transfer your 2020 registration is March 15, 2023.

Please note - you can only defer your race registration once. For example, if you defer in 2022 to 2023, you cannot defer again in 2023 to 2024.