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Bonny Sosa
Tuesday Night Race Series

Races began Sept 11 and run through Nov 6. So, come on down, bring your family and friends (sorry dogs prohibited) and be prepared for some hills, spills, thrills and chills. 

For many Anchorage families, the Bonny Sosa Tuesday Night Race Series is a fall family tradition. These  fun runs are like no other in Anchorage. Come rain, snow, sleet, hail or wind, these races are not cancelled. Whether you are a competitive runner or just want to get out and see a new trail or meet new friends, this is the event for you. Three separate race courses are set each week at a different location around town. Local runners often volunteer as guest course setters and some have gained a reputation of setting unique routes. While the Munchkin and Farm Leagues usually stay on heavily used trails, the Lightning League is a different story. Lightning courses have been known to follow narrow game trails, cross streams, and slog through swamps.  The race course will be revealed to no one until just prior to the start. Interested in volunteering, contact timmermanma@muni.org or estradam@muni.org

In 2008, after the death of Bonny Sosa, long time fitness advocate and founder/director of Healthy Futures, the race series was dedicated to her and her name became part of the Tuesday Night Races. With her 'can do' attitude, positive energy and passion for life, Bonny was a front runner and activist in the community, and a friend to all that had the privilege to know her.

FAQ's

Race Divisions                          
Distance 
Class 
Munchkin League 1-3K Kids & Kids at Heart
Farm League 3-10K   Recreational Runners
Lightning League 4-12K Competitive Runners

Registration

Register On-line at Active.com.  On-line registration closes at 12:30p day of event.

  • Registration fees increase if you choose to register at event site.
  • Onsite registraion will only be availble on the first race, Sept 11th
  • Race day check in: 5:30-6:10p
  • Races start: 6:30p

NOTE:  The finish line will be removed at 8:15p. Please keep that in mind when choosing a race course.

2012 Schedule                        

  • Sept 11 - Kincaid Park 
    Pre-registered check in and unregistered participants register inside Kincaid Outdoor Center 
  • Sept 18 - Service High School  
    Pre-registered check in behind school, NE side of Track
  • Sept 25 - Kincaid Park
    Pre-registered check in  inside Kincaid Outdoor Center
  • Oct 2 - Kincaid Park 
    Pre-registered check in inside Kincaid Outdoor Center
  • Oct 9 - East High School 
    Pre-registered check in on east side of school, NE side 
  • Oct 16- Bartlett High School
    Pre-registered check in NE east side of school, soccer field 
  • Oct 23 - Service High School 
    Pre-registered check in behind school, NE side of Track        
  • Oct 30 - Kincaid Park Costume Run
    Pre-registered check in  inside Kincaid Outdoor Center.Come out wearing your Halloween costumes.
  • Nov 6 - Kincaid Outdoor Center
    Pre-registered check in Kincaid Outdoor Center.    AWARDS CELEBRATION BANQUET & DESSERT POTLUCK - bring your favorite dessert. Pizza will be provided.

NOTE: Locations are subject to change because of future unforseen circumstances. We will make every effort to keep everyone informed should that happen.  Check the website and Facebook for updates.

Season Pass Holder

We encourage you to become a season pass holder. Season pass holders receive VIP service.  Check in process is quick, find your name on a master list and highlight your name. Help us to keep this very popular community fun run alive and healthy - become a Season Pass Holder.  The purchase of a season pass is available on-line only.

On-Line Registration Fees - Closes 12:30p event day   
 Kids** $2
 Adults $5
 Families $10
 Adult Season Pass $30
 Family Season Pass*                                $60

On-Site Registration Fees  (Available Sept 11 ONLY)          
 Kids** $5
 Adults $10
 Families $20
 Adult Season Pass On-line Only
 Family Season Pass*                                On-line Only

*Family Pass includes immediate family members only (2 generations only, parents and their children).

**Parents/adults escorting their children in the race are expected to pay the entry fee.

Running Shoe Drawing

By popular demand this drawing is back another year, hosted by our healthy sponsor. 

Any adult or youth who turns in their running finish card, with first and last name, is eligible for a free pair of running shoes provided our Healthy Sponsor Skinny Raven Sports.   There will be a new drawing each week for those participating in that weeks race.   Finish cards are not accumulative. 

 Awards/Potluck

Join us for the final race and awards celebration!  Nov 6, immediately following the race, inside the warm Kincaid Outdoor Center, awards are given out while you’re dining on pizza & dessert.  Awards are based on the number of points the top runners get each race and awards are given for all categories.  You must be present to win.  This is a dessert potluck; bring your favorite dessert, pizza will be provided.  Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.     

 2012 Results      
 Sept 11  Munchkin  Farm        Lightning
 Sept 18  Cancelled         Cancelled      Cancelled 
 Sept 25  Munchkin  Farm Lightning 
 Oct 2  Munchkin  Farm Lightning 
 Oct 9  Munchkin  Farm Lightning 
 Oct 16              Munchkin  Farm Lightning
 Oct 23  Munchkin  Farm Lightning 
 Oct 30  Munchkin  Farm Lightning 
 Nov 6  Awards          

2011 Results       
 Sept 6 Munchkin          Farm           Lightning   
 Sept 13 Munchkin Farm Lightning 
 Sept 20 Munchkin Farm Lightning
 Sept 27 Munchkin Farm Lightning
 Oct 4 Munchkin Farm Lightning
 Oct 11 Munchkin* Farm Lightning
 Oct 18 Munchkin Farm Lightning
 Oct 25 Munchkin Farm Lightning
 Nov 1 Awards
*Due to equipment failure, times for about the first half of the Munchkin League are approximate

    • Parks and Recreation
    • Director: John Rodda
    • 632 W 6th Avenue, Suite 630, Anchorage, AK 99501
    • 907 343-4355

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 PHOTOS

BSTNR picture albums are uploaded weekly on our Facebook page. Check 'em out, click on the picture!