Kids' Run
Overview
The 25th annual Freihofer's Kids' Run will be held on Saturday, June 2, 2012 on Madison Ave. at 11:00 a.m. Please refer to schedule below.
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 1 mile. The Kids' Run is open to children between 3 and 13 years of age. There will be plenty of entertainment to keep kids occupied. Warm-ups will take place at noon.
Entry
There are three ways to register for the 2012 Kids' Run. You may register online now, print and mail an entry form or register in person on Friday, June 1st from Noon to 7:00 p.m. or on Saturday, June 2nd, at 10:00 a.m. at the South Concourse of the Empire State Plaza. Online registration for the Kids' Run will end Tuesday, May 29 at Noon.
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 25th Annual Freihofer's Kids' Run on Saturday June 2nd at 11:00 a.m. Just by participating, you'll be a winner!
Kids' Run Race Schedule
| Age Group | Distance | Start Time | Location |
| 9-13 Years | 1 Mile | 11:00 - 11:30 p.m. | Madison Ave |
| 4 & Younger* (multiple heats) | 50 Meters | 12:30 - 12:50 p.m. | Plaza Level |
| 5-6 Years (multiple heats) | 100 Meters | 12:50 - 1:05 p.m. | Plaza Level |
| 7-8 Years (multiple heats) | 200 Meters | 1:05 - 1:15 p.m. | Plaza Level |
| 9-10 Years (multiple heats) | 400 Meters | 1:15 - 1:30 p.m. | Plaza Level |
| 9-12 Years (multiple heats) | 800 Meters | 1:30 - 1:45 p.m. | Plaza Level |
*Must be accompanied in the race by a parent or legal guardian. No strollers please - non physically-challenged children must be walking.
ALL DISTANCES -- EXCEPT THE MILE -- ARE RUN IN HEATS UNTIL ALL KIDS HAVE PARTICIPATED. All listed race times are approximate and will begin and/or end based on participation levels. Children will not be released from the finish area until met by a parent or guardian at exit chute.
Registration and race number pickup: Empire State Plaza, South Concourse, Friday, June 1st, Noon to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, June 2nd, beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Races held rain or shine.
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.
