Fresno Valentine Run

A family tradition since 2002!

Amenities:

• Finisher's Medal
• Chip Timing
• Valentine Run T-Shirt
• Red Valentine Rose
• Ghirardelli Chocolate
• Mimosa or Orange Juice
• Rosa Brothers Chocolate Milk
• Massage Tent
• Costume Contest
• Bounce House for the Kids
• Photo Area with Elsa, Olaf & Batman
• Music & Prizes
• Admission to the Shinzen Friendship Garden

The 2 Mile run/walk START arch will be outside the "Group Activity Area", just North of the Shinzen Friendship Garden. Follow the road North, turn RIGHT towards Friant Rd, turn RIGHT on to The Lewis Eaton Trail. Follow the trail South to Audubon, then West towards the park entrance. Turn RIGHT and follow the road into the Group Activity Area and under the FINISH arch inside the "Group Activity Area".

The Fun Run 5k and 2 Mile start together. Walkers will merge into the 5k course, however participants should be sufficiently spaced to allow runners to pass.

The 5k run/walk START arch will be outside the "Group Activity Area" just North of the Shinzen Friendship Garden. Follow the park road for 0.7 miles. Keep LEFT when you pass a sign that says "Friant Rd Exit". At 0.7 Miles, turn RIGHT onto a dirt trail heading North towards the "Cow Loop". As you approach the "Cow Loop", turn RIGHT on to The Lewis Eaton Trail. Follow the trail East past the compass and turn RIGHT. Follow the trail South to Audubon, then West towards the park entrance. Turn RIGHT and follow the road North into the "Group Activity Area" and under the FINISH arch.

The Fun Run 5k and 2 Mile will start together AFTER the competitive 5k. Walkers will merge into the 5k course, however participants should be sufficiently spaced to allow runners to pass.

Strollers: Note, you will have to travel approximately 200 feet on a dirt trail connecting the road to the Eaton Trail.

Race Insurance Recommended

WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU PURCHASE THE EVENT INSURANCE THAT IS OFFERED WITH EACH EVENT REGISTRATION. THIS INSURANCE WILL PROTECT YOUR REGISTRATION AND PROVIDE A FULL REFUND UNDER THE TERMS OF THE POLICY. 

Common covered reasons

Examples of situations that are typically covered include:

• Illness or accidental injury that prevents participation
• Serious illness or death of an immediate family member
• Vehicle breakdown or traffic accident while traveling to the event
• Severe weather that makes travel impossible or unsafe
• Job loss or involuntary layoff
• Required work relocation (under certain circumstances)
• Jury duty
• Active military deployment
• A positive COVID-19 test requiring isolation (when covered under the applicable policy)

What is not covered

RegShield generally does not reimburse if:

• You simply change your mind.
• You decide not to race.
• You have a scheduling conflict, vacation, or other personal plans.
• You forgot about the race.

The RegShield insurance premium is 8.1% of the registration cost (including processing fees) with a minimum insurance premium of $2.99 for registrations up to $24.99 and a minimum of $3.99 for registrations from $25.00 to $49.23. Premiums for registrations above $49.23 are 8.1%. Premiums in some states that apply surcharges may be slightly different.

Not able to participate this year?

REFUND POLICY: THERE ARE NO REFUNDS FOR EVENTS, NO EXCEPTIONS.

IF YOU CANNOT RACE IN THE EVENT FOR WHICH YOU ARE REGISTERED, AND YOU DID NOT PURCHASE THE INSURANCE, YOU CAN DO ONE OF THE FOLLOWING ONLINE PRIOR TO THE EVENT, ON THE YEAR OF YOUR REGISTRATION. 

• Deferrals - Transfer to next year ($25.00) at least 4 days prior to the event.
• Transfer - To a different race ($10.00) at least 7 days prior to the event
• Transfer - To a different distance (free) at least 4 days prior to the event
• Transfer - To another participant (free) at least 4 days prior to the event

NO DEFERRALS OR TRANSFERS ARE PERMITTED AFTER THE EVENT.

Why do we charge for deferals?

Most requests for deferrals come after we have already ordered and paid for supplies (medals, bibs, chips, food, etc.) for the race.  The deferral fee helps offset some of these costs.  Transfers to another destination or person, on the other hand, are for the same event and do not incur extra costs.

Bundle 2 races from our Spring Run Series and save 15%

• 02-07 SuperbOwl Run
• 02-14 Fresno Valentine Run
• 02-21 Running for Warriors
• 03.14 Pi Day Run
• 03-22 Spring Fling Duathlon & 5k
• 05-09 Sasquatch Trail Run
• 05-17 Shinzen Run

Register by May 1st for 3 or more of these races for a Spring Series Medal!

• 7:00a - 8:15a    Race Day Packet Pickup
• 8:00a -             Competitive 5k (mass start)
• 8:15a -             2Mi & 5k Fun Run

It is more fun and CHEAPER to run together...

• Adult couples registering together save $10. 
• Groups/Teams of 3 or more adults save $5 / person.

Shirt sizes are guaranteed for registrations prior to February 1st.  Please register early so we can include your size in the shirt order.

Choice between Red or Daisy.

Photo Opportunities with Elsa, Olaf and Batman

Wear your bib on the front and visible.  Bibs on your back, under clothing or folded up in your pocket may not read,

Competitive 5k runners start at 8:00am.  Fun Run participants start at 8:15am.

Timing begins at the group start time, and time will end when you cross the finish line.

Awards for Competitive 5k: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place for Male and Female for the following groups:

1-6, 7-10, 11-15, 16-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59. 60-69, 70-79, 80+

Age Group Winners receive a Valentine Mug

*There are no age group awards for the fun runs.

The 2 Mile run/walk START arch will be outside the "Group Activity Area", just North of the Shinzen Friendship Garden. Follow the road North, turn RIGHT towards Friant Rd, turn RIGHT on to The Lewis Eaton Trail. Follow the trail South to Audubon, then West towards the park entrance. Turn RIGHT and follow the road into the Group Activity Area and under the FINISH arch inside the "Group Activity Area".

The Fun Run 5k and 2 Mile start together. Walkers will merge into the 5k course, however participants should be sufficiently spaced to allow runners to pass.

The 5k run/walk START arch will be outside the "Group Activity Area" just North of the Shinzen Friendship Garden. Follow the park road for 0.7 miles. Keep LEFT when you pass a sign that says "Friant Rd Exit". At 0.7 Miles, turn RIGHT onto a dirt trail heading North towards the "Cow Loop". As you approach the "Cow Loop", turn RIGHT on to The Lewis Eaton Trail. Follow the trail East past the compass and turn RIGHT. Follow the trail South to Audubon, then West towards the park entrance. Turn RIGHT and follow the road North into the "Group Activity Area" and under the FINISH arch.

The Fun Run 5k and 2 Mile will start together AFTER the competitive 5k. Walkers will merge into the 5k course, however participants should be sufficiently spaced to allow runners to pass.

Strollers: Note, you will have to travel approximately 200 feet on a dirt trail connecting the road to the Eaton Trail.