Sprint into spring this year by taking part in the inaugural “Running of the Blooms” 10K, one of the events of the Nacogdoches Azalea Trail. The certified 10K run will start at 7:15 a.m. Saturday, April 14, in historic downtown Nacogdoches.
The “Running of the Blooms” will start and end in downtown Nacogdoches, winding participants along a trail framed by beautifully-manicured lawns, nationally-recognized gardens and historic landmarks. Chip timing will be used and awards will be presented to the top male and female finisher overall and the top finishing male & female in each age group.
“We are very excited to offer this race along the famed Azalea Trail and during a beautiful time of year in Nacogdoches,” said Lindsey Mathews, event coordinator for the Nacogdoches Convention & Visitors Bureau.
The early registration deadline is March 30 with regular registration being accepted through the day of the race. Fees are $40 for early registration and $50 for regular registration. Checks should be made payable to the Nacogdoches Azalea Trail.
Forms can be picked up at the Visitor Center, 200 E. Main St., or register online at www.active.com. You may also call (936) 564-7351 to request a form be mailed to you. Race-day registration will be from 6:15 to 7 a.m. at the Visitor Center or pre-registered participants may pick their packets up early on Friday, April 13 from 4-6 p.m. at the Visitor Center. Chip timing will not be offered past 7 a.m.
The “Running of the Blooms” 10K is part of the fourteenth annual Nacogdoches Azalea Trail, which will be held March 10 through April 7. The annual event will also feature a little princess garden party, a farmer’s market spring fling, a floral design exhibit, a VW show, and 25 miles of self-guided driving tours.
For more information about the “Running of the Blooms” 10K or other Azalea Trail events, call 1-888-OLDEST-TOWN, log onto www.nacogdochesazaleas.com, or be our friend on facebook @ Nacogdoches Azalea Trail.
