FAQs • Santa Rosa, CA • CivicEngage

Are strollers and dogs allowed on the race course?: Only single baby strollers are allowed on the course, but must line up in the very back at the start line. Please be courteous of all participants' 5K experiences out on the course, thank you! Sorry, no dogs or double strollers allowed.

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St. Patrick's Day 5K

1. Where do I pick up my race bib?: Pick up your race bib from Fleet Feet Santa Rosa (111 Third Street) on Saturday, March 10th from 10am-6pm. You must bring a signed Waiver Form to pick up your bib. If you are picking up race packets for other participants, you must bring their signed forms with you or we cannot issue their packets – no exceptions. You do not need to show your ID at packet pickup.
Fill out this waver form (PDF).

2. Do I need to pre-register or can I register on race day or at packet pickup?: Sorry, the last day to register is March 8, 2018.

3. Will there be water or snacks on the 5k course?: There will be water at the start and finish line. If you know you will need more water than that during your 3.14 mile run or walk, please plan to have a water bottle with you on the course. Fresh fruit provided by Whole Foods Market will also be at the finish line for refueling.

4. Do I need to bring identification on race day?: For individuals 21 years and up planning to consume beer at the event, a valid photo ID will be required to receive a beer wristband. Only those with wristbands (whether a race participant or not) will be served beer at the beverage tent.

5. What is included in my registration fee?: Racers will receive a goodie bag, fruit and water, and a commemorative mug after crossing the finish line. One free beer OR root beer is allowed to each registered race participant. Additional will be available for purchase. Non-participants may also purchase beverages. Registrants will also be eligible to participate in the costume contest for a chance at prizes after the race.

6. I registered for the St. Patrick's Day 5k, but now I can't participate, can I receive a refund or else transfer my registration to someone else?: Sorry, but there are no refunds or transfer of registrations for the St. Patrick's Day 5k.

7. What is the route for the 5K?: The race will start in Finley Community Park, travel southbound down Stony Point Drive and make a left to enter onto the Santa Rosa Creek Trail traveling East on the trail. There will be a turnaround midpoint at Pierson Street and the route will then travel West back down the Creek Trail, until getting to Stony Point Road and heading back to Finley Park. To ease the flow of traffic on the route, when you go to line up at the start line you will have to choose one of the following waives for your start position:
- Under 9 minute and 30 second per mile pace
- Over 9 minute and 30 second per mile pace (All participants with baby strollers must line up for this waive)

8. Are strollers and dogs allowed on the race course?: Only single baby strollers are allowed on the course, but must line up in the very back at the start line. Please be courteous of all participants' 5K experiences out on the course, thank you! Sorry, no dogs or double strollers allowed.

9. Where should I park?: Finley Park has a large parking lot. Parking is also available across the street from the park at the Municipal Services Center North Building (55 Stony Point Road).

10. How do I access photos taken at the event?: We will have event photographers onsite to capture the event action. Participants can also have their photo taken at the photo booth. All photos will be available for viewing on Santa Rosa Rec & Parks Facebook page within one week after the event. Our photos are totally free because we encourage you to share your awesome experience with others! Rosa Rec & Parks Facebook page

11. What prizes will be awarded?: You will be able to view live results on your smart phone immediately after the race by scanning the QR code on your race bib or by going online. The overall top 2 male and top 2 female runners will each receive a $50 gift card from our Sponsor Fleet Feet Sports. Awards will also be given to the top 3 male and top 3 female finishers in each age group and those awards can be picked at the 5K Award Pick-Up tent once top finisher results have been posted (approximately 4pm). Visit the website.

12. What if I can't stay to pick up my award?: If you finish in the top 3 in your age group, and are not able to stay to pickup your award bag, you will be able to pick it up from Fleet Feet Sports Santa Rosa (111 Third Street) during their business hours until March 25, 2018. Fleet Feet's business hours are:
- Monday-Friday, 10am-7pm
- Saturday, 10am-6pm
- Sunday, 12-5pm