News and Sentinel Kids Races

The Kids Races will take place on August 23, 2023 at Parkersburg High School Stadium Field.

The Tiny Tot Trot is a short-distance race designed especially for children age 5 and under. To ensure the safety of the children, there will be races for each age group and gender.

The Junior Races are based on age, and the event will have age- and gender-based races for children ages 6-11. Junior races will follow the Tiny Tot Trot, which begins at 1 p.m.

All competitors in both races get a T-shirt and a medal.

Distances are according to age
3 and under — 50 meters
4 & 5 — 100 meters
6 & 7 — 200 meters
8 & 9 — 400 meters
10 & 11 — 400 meters

You can pick up your race packet and register from 2 until 9 p.m. the Friday before the race at the Parkersburg Municipal Building. You also can pick up your packet at the stadium before the races. You also can register beginning at 11 a.m. on Sunday prior to the kids races. You should register early though to assure we have a T-shirt in your size. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us at 304-485-1891, ext. 459, or e-mail halfmarathon@newsandsentinel.com.

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April 3, 2018 The weather is starting to warm up and it is time to think about racing. Registration is now open for the 2018 News and Sentinel Races. more »

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