Mardi Gras Fun Run and Walk

Lace up and roll out to the greatest and only Mardi Gras Fun Run & Walk in Pensacola! Special Olympics is kicking off the Mardi Gras season by bringing the community together to promote diversity and inclusion with a 5k and 1-mile Fun Run and Walk in the beautiful East Hill neighborhood. This fun event is perfect for the whole family- strollers, wheelchairs and pets welcomed! Following the race is the Finish Line Party- complete with great food, beer, music and family-friendly activities brought to you by local businesses. Participate as an individual or with family, friends or co-workers as a team. Make a team and give yourself a ''Krewe'' name, designate colors and create costumes- the crazier, the better! Awards and Trophies will be awarded to overall male/female finishers, best costumes and top fundraisers. All proceeds support local athletes with intellectual disabilities so come out and be a fan of Special Olympics! SIGN UP TODAY! https://www.Firstgiving.com/SOFL/MardiGras2014 Visit the event Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/MardiGrasFunRunPensacola for updates and more information. Early packet pickup is from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday, February 7th, 2014 at the Bayview Community Center, 2001 E. Lloyd St., Pensacola, FL 32503. Race day registration and packet pickup starts at 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM Saturday, February 8th at the Bayview Community Center. The 5k and 1-mile Fun Run & Walk begin at 12 PM and 12:15PM respectively on Saturday, February 8th with a starting at Bayview Park, 2001 E Lloyd St in Pensacola. ''Laissez les bon temps rouler''/ ''Let the good times roll''! For More Information Contact: Name: Jessica Barrale Title: Director, Special Olympics Florida-Escambia/Santa Rosa Phone: 850.291.6234 Email:jessicabarrle@specialolympicsescambia.com