Kids' Run
Overview
The 21st annual Freihofer's Kids' Run will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2008 on Madison Ave. in Albany, NY from 10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
No matter what your age, running is wonderful exercise and a lot fun. In order to introduce Capital Region youngsters to the joys and benefits of physical fitness, the Freihofer's Baking Company is once again proud to sponsor the Freihofer's Kids' Run. It's a great chance to meet other kids who share an interest in running. What a super way to have fun, and stay fit and healthy.
The Freihofer's Kids' Run is a series of free mini road races, ranging in distance from 50m to one mile. The Kids' Run is open to children between 3 and 13 years of age.
Entry
There are three ways to register for the 2008 Kids' Run. You may register online now, print and mail an entry form (PDF) or register in person on Friday, May 30 from noon to 8:00 p.m. or on Saturday, May 31, at 8:30 a.m. at the South Concourse of the Empire State Plaza. Online registration for the Kids' Run will end Tuesday, May 27th at noon.
Online Registration
Print/Mail Registration (PDF)
All children must be registered and wearing their official race number in order to participate.
In order to ensure the safety of all participants, races will run in waves. All participants will be held in "Parent Pick-Up" areas until they are met by a parent or guardian.
So, come out and enjoy the excitement of the 21st Annual Freihofer's Kids' Run on Saturday May 31st at 10:30 a.m. Just by participating, you'll be a winner!
Kids' Run Race Schedule
| Age Group | Distance | Start Time | Stop Time |
| Physically Challenged** | 50 meters | 10:30 a.m. | 10:40 a.m. |
| 4 & Under* | 50 meters | 10:45 a.m. | 11:15 a.m. |
| 5 & 6 Yrs* | 100 meters | 11:15 p.m. | 11:35 a.m. |
| 9-13 Yrs | 1 mile | 11:35 a.m. (3 heats) | 12:15 p.m. |
| 7 & 8 Yrs | 200 meters | 12:15 p.m. | 12:30 p.m. |
| 9-13 Yrs | 400 meters | 12:30 p.m. | 12:45 p.m. |
All races will take place on Madison Ave.
**Pre-registration only by May 16th.
*Must be accompanied in the race by a parent or legal guardian. No strollers. Children must be walking.
Registration and race number pickup: Empire State Plaza, South Concourse, Friday, May 30th, noon to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 31st, beginning at 8:30 a.m.
Races held rain or shine. All distances except mile are run in heats of small numbers of children until all runners have participated.
Donate Your Used Sneakers
Don’t throw out those sneakers! Give your used sneakers new life by donating them to disadvantaged kids who need your help. Put previously loved sneakers (clean and in good condition) in the collection bins for Shoes for the World at the CapitalCare Health and Fitness Expo. Please tie sneakers together.
