The Cloud Run is an event that invites the community to run with the people that build and support the IT backbone of the cloud. Did you know that the very website that houses these words you are reading exists in a physical location that was purpose built for the crucial digital tools and functions of our everyday lives? The 7x24 Exchange DC Chapter comprises the professionals who design, construct, maintain, and staff these spaces and places that truly are the physical aspects of the internet.
On Saturday, April 20, 2024 the 7x24 DC Chapter is hosting a huge welcome event for our local community and the data center industry. Not only will you and your children enjoy a 5K run/walk and 1 mile fun run around "Data Center Alley", you can explore Data Center Coalitions' Data Center Discovery Zone! It is a fun, interactive opportunity to learn about Data Centers, including five nines of reliability, and the numerous career paths available in the data center industry. Participants of all ages and academic levels will have the chance to meet Data Center experts to talk about skills/traits, scholarships, internships, trade programs, and other pathways to enter this lucrative industry while engaging in fun hands-on activities. After the race, there will be a post-race party with free food trucks, a vendor expo, and a band. Please plan on spending most of the day with us and make memories that could change your life!
Event Schedule:
Packet pickup opens at 6:30 am
Discovery Zone & Expo from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
1 Mile Fun Run starts at 8:30 am
5K starts at 9:00 am
Post race party from 9:45 am - 1:00 pm
Course
The looped road race will start and finish at Quantum Park where there is ample parking available on site. There will be a water stop about half-way through and lots of fun along the way! Porta potties will be available at the start and finish of the race.
SWAG and Awards
Commemorative T-shirts will be included with your race fee. This will be a chip timed race and awards for the top 3 male and female overall finishers, as well as the top 3 male and female finishers in the following age groups: 9 & under, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & Over.
Participation awards will also be provided for the top schools with the most registrants!
