There is school competition with VCR'S and cash prizes awarded to schools with the greatest percentage of participants. The Mayor's Trophy is awarded by the Mayor and Pear Blossom Flags are awarded to those schools who achieve a certain percentage of participation.
Radio stations provide music along with a local band.
Past participants have included former Olympians and National record holders. Pear Blossom Run is the registered and protected name of Pear Blossom Run, Inc., a non-profit event. Any use of the name or logo without written permission is prohibited.