Registration Now Open for Feb. 9 Bradford Valentine Road Race

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Runners, get ready: Registration is now open for Bradford’s annual Valentine Road Race, held this year on Saturday, Feb. 9.

A five-mile and 3.7-mile (6K) loop course both begin at 10 a.m., with prizes awarded in several categories. After the race, which snakes across the city and has a start/finish line at the Bradford Common, participants can enjoy a box of chocolates, custom medal, flowers and soup, fruit and other goodies for lunch.

This year’s entry fee is $30 per person, with advance registration accepted at valentinerace.com. Online registration closes Feb. 8 at noon, and race-day sign ups are welcome.