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Operation School Bell 5K

May 4th, 2024 Norman, OK 73019 US Directions

Events

OSB 5K

05/04 8:30AM CDT - 11:00AM CDT

OSB 5K - 1 Mile Fun Run

05/04 9:00AM CDT - 10:00AM CDT

OSB 5K - Virtual

05/04 - 05/11 8:30AM CDT - 11:59PM CDT

New Date! Saturday, May 4th, 2024

New Date: May 4th, 2024

The Operation School Bell 5k CANNOT take place as originally planned on April 6th, but FEAR NOT! 

The OPERATION SCHOOL BELL 5K will now be held on SATURDAY, MAY 4th, 2024!

It is NOT too late to register!  If you've already registered for the April 4th event, the good news is that the Operation School Bell 5K is still happening! We’ve rescheduled the event to take place on Saturday, May 4th, 2024, and we can’t wait to see you there!

If you’ve got any questions about these changes, check out the FAQs page on our event page or get in touch by emailing us at 5krun@alnorman.org.

We appreciate your patience, and we promise the Operation School Bell 5K will be worth the wait.

Here Are Your Options:

We will transfer your registration to the new event date of Saturday, May 4th, 2024. We look forward to having you join us. Thanks for your patience and your support!

Virtual races happen all the time, and allow you to join the fun without the crowds. You simply run the distance on your own, and report your results - we’ll send you instructions.

 We deeply appreciate your generosity and look forward to seeing you next year! 

We understand. We hope you can join us next year! 

Race Website

Additional race information can be found at https://www.assistanceleague.org/norman/osb5k/.

Place

The University of Oklahoma (OMU Student Union) - 900 Asp Ave
Norman, OK US 73019

Description

Weather Cancellation Policy
OSB 5K Runners’ and volunteers' safety is the most important thing and if any of the threatening weather conditions listed below are present the day of the event, the event may be delayed or canceled. A race may be canceled or delayed if any of the following weather conditions exist: Tornado Warning, Tornado Watch, Thunderstorm, Lightning, Excessive Wind with Rain, other major weather conditions.

The OSB 5K committee will make a determination regarding race cancellation no later than 7:00pm on Friday, May 3rd regarding the currently forecasted weather. 

In the event of cancellation, all runners will receive an email with information on how they can receive their finisher medal/and event T-shirt.

Operation School Bell 5K is an annual fundraiser event hosted by Assistance League Norman! All proceeds benefit Operation School Bell philanthropic program which provides free, new clothing to students in the Norman and Little Axe school districts. You can learn more by visiting Assistance League Norman's website at assistanceleague.org/norman.

The 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run will be held Saturday, May 4th, 2024 at 8:30am at the University of Oklahoma! The Start / Finish Line will be located at the Oklahoma Memorial Union located on Asp Ave. At the conclusion of the 5K, we will host an awards ceremony for our top finishers. All Fun Run participants will receive a participation medal. 

The Virtual 5K will be held May 4 - May 11, 2024 as an option for registrants to participate at their convenience. Virtual 5K participants will upload their race results after completion. Virtual 5K participants will not receive a medal. 

Racer Check-In & Bib Pick-Up

  • May 3, 2024
    • Henry Home Interiors - 3720 W Robinson St #112, Norman, OK 73072
    • 12:00pm - 6:00pm
  • May 4, 2024
    • Check-In at race location
    • 7:30am - 8:00am

Parking Options

  • Free parking is located in the Duck Pond Parking Lot (MP4 lot) located east side of the Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. For reference, please review the OU Parking map
  • Oklahoma Memorial Union Parking Garage ($2 per hour / $14 per day)
  • Campus Corner (metered parking)

Restrooms:

  • Oklahoma Memorial Union
  • Price College of Business
  • Nielson Hall

Social Media Promotion:

For all participants, share your success on social media and make sure to tag Assistance League Norman on Facebook & Instagram. Use the hashtags #OperationSchoolBell5K and #AssistanceLeague Norman.

Weather Policy

Rain or Shine, the 5K will take place. However, in the event of lightning, we will make a decision at the event regarding start delay.

Race Map

  • The Operation School Bell 5K is using the USATF Certified Course Map on the University of Oklahoma's campus.
  • To review the map, please click on the following link

No pets allowed.

Race Contact Info

If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

5k & Fun Run Map

OSB 5K T-Shirt

All registered participants will receive an Operation School Bell T-shirt

Thank you to Vibe Creations for the in-kind donation for the t-shirt design & production! 

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