Anime Fan and Fitness Festival 5k Run

Christmas Hill Park
Gilroy, CA 95020

Running > 5k

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Event Description

Join Initial Mile's Anime Fan and Fitness Festival, where the worlds of anime and fitness collide. Whether you're a fan of iconic anime series or a fitness enthusiast looking to challenge yourself, kick off the festival morning with our inaugural Anime Fan and Fitness Festival 5k Run. After the run, continue to fuel your passion for both anime and fitness with our festival celebration featuring creators, artists, cosplay, small business and more. 

DATE: Saturday, September 6 

START/FINISH: Christmas Hill Park, Gilroy CA

PARKING: Free parking is available across the street from the festival and on public roads in nearby neighborhoods. 


START TIME: 9:30am (Sharp!)

REGISTRATION
Early Bird: $40 
Regular: $55 
No race day registration available


5K REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
Race BIB with professional timing 
Finisher wood medal


RACE DAY TIMELINE*
8:00am: BIB and swag bag pick-up (There will be no gear check-in station. Please plan accordingly)
9:00am: Anime Festival open to public (Enjoy some shopping before the race begins!)
9:15am: Festival announcement and race start check
9:25am: Race start 5-minute warning
9:30am: Race begins. BIB and swag back closes
10:30am: 5k award ceremony begins
11:00am: 5k Run events conclude and festival continues!
​*Times are subject to change


​AWARDS
Every finisher will receive an inaugural, finisher wood medal.
Placer awards will be given to the first male, first female and first non-binary runner.


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