Carlton Daze 5K Run/Walk

Carlton Daze 5K Run/Walk – Friday, July 25, 2025 FAMILY FRIENDLY – CHIP TIMED – ALL AGES AND ABILITIES WELCOME! The Carlton Daze 5K Run/Walk is a family-friendly, chip-timed event that welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. This annual race kicks off the weekend-long small-town celebration and takes you through the heart of Carlton and a scenic stretch of Jay Cooke State Park via the Willard Munger State Trail. This year marks a huge milestone — Carlton’s first-ever fire truck turns 100! This beloved piece of local history has proudly led the 5K and Carlton Daze parade for decades and still transports the Grand Marshal each year. To celebrate: The historic fire truck will once again lead the 5K in grand style This year’s 5K t-shirts feature the fire truck front and center After the race, the truck will be on display for photo ops Cupcakes will be available post-race to help mark the occasion! After the 5K, be sure to wander around town - grab a cold beer, enjoy great food, catch some live music, and celebrate with us as Carlton Daze kicks into full swing! 5K COURSE: 5K (3.1 miles) – Includes 2 water stops • Runners line up at the front • Walkers line up behind the runners Note: Walkers are to walk only – no running. If you plan to run, jog, or race, please register under the Runner category. 5K AWARDS: Awards ceremony immediately following the race. • Medals awarded to the overall top 3 men and women in both walking and running divisions • Top 3 men and women in each age group will also be posted at the race and online: 12 & under, 13–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+ GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY – DON’T MISS OUT! Following the awards ceremony, we’ll host a gift card giveaway featuring prizes from generous local businesses. All racers are entered, and last year we gave away over $1,000 in gift cards! Be sure to stick around — you just might win! PRICING (Includes T-shirt): Opting out of the shirt? Take $10 off your registration! • Ages 18+: $35