5,000 Runners/Walkers Set to Take Part in “It’s a Wonderful Run 5K”

Six smiling people in festive Christmas attire, including sweaters and hats, at the "It's a Wonderful Run 5K" event.
A group of participants, dressed in festive Christmas-themed attire, pose for a photo during the "It's a Wonderful Run 5K" event in the Finger Lakes region.

Get your running (or walking) shoes ready! The 16th Annual “It’s a Wonderful Run 5K” is set to draw more than 5,000 participants to Seneca Falls on December 14th.

The event, part of the ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ Festival weekend, celebrates the beloved 1946 movie and raises funds for local charities, including the Seneca County House of Concern. A special tradition continues with Karolyn Grimes, who played Zuzu in the movie, starting the race with the iconic phrase: “Every time a bell rings, an angel gets its wings.”

Participants can register online at itsawonderfulrun5k.com.

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