Running with the Beards 5K

Beards. Buds. Bibs.

Join Live Bearded and StartLine Racing on Saturday, October 19, for the 4th annual Running with the Beards 5K!

Don’t have an awesome beard? No problem! This race isn’t just for bearded men; we hope to see all ages and genders participate.

Based in Tempe, Arizona, Live Bearded helps beardsmen look, feel and be their best. From great grooming products to empowering content, we are here to encourage you to do better everyday.

Event details and schedule

5K Course Map

 

Mail-in and Virtual Registration 

 

To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing.

Can't make it to this year's event but still want to participate? This event features a virtual option. A virtual race is a race that can be ran at any location. You can walk, use the treadmill, run outside or participate in another race. You can run your race at your pace wherever you like. All virtual race participants will receive a custom event finisher's medal and custom event dri-fit tech t-shirt. Please note that your shirt and medal will be mailed out following the event on October 19, 2024. Prior to the event all virtual participants will receive an email with instructions on how to submit your time.

Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at [email protected]

 

 

  What you get 

 

Custom Event Finisher's Medal

Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt

Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups (Race Day Participants only). Our age groups are the following:

8 & Under, 9 & 10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & over

Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)

Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)

Event Managed by StartLine Racing. Club SLR discounts do not apply.

 

 

  Race Day Information 

 

Race Day Registration will be available beginning at 7:00am at Kiwanis Park (race location).

We accept cash, check, or credit card on race day

Cost of registration on race day will be $45 for the 5K

We welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons.

No roller blades/skates, skateboards or motorized devices are allowed on the run or walk courses.

Leashed pet friendly

Due to the common start/finish line, there is no bag check for this event.

This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds for due to weather.

Packet Pick-up Opportunities 

 

Friday, October 18, 2024 from 3:00 - 6:00pm at Road Runner Sports - Tempe (map)

Road Runner Sports is located at 43 S McClintock Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281

Saturday, October 19, 2024 at Kiwanis Park (race location) beginning at 7:00am

 

  Event schedule      October 18 3:00 PM - Pre-Race Packet Pickup from 3-6pm at Road Runner Sports in Tempe   October 19 7:00 AM - Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-up Opens   October 19 8:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Begins   October 19 9:00 AM - Award Ceremony Begins (approx)