Ask Count von Count how many years the Sesame Place Classic has been dormant because of the COVID-19 pandemic and he’ll quickly tally the cancellations: “Three. Three years! Ah-ah-ah!” And he’d be right, of course. After the pandemic hiatus, the 2022 edition is back on the theme park’s calendar, reports Flying Fish Hockey.

The highly popular event — comprising a 5K, one-mile fun-run/walk, and 50-yard kids’ Sesame Sprint — is scheduled for May 15.

Returning with it is a popular enticement: Every participant receives a free one-day admission ticket to the park.

Proceeds from the race go to the Dick Dougherty Honorarium Awards, a program that assists Bucks County high schoolers heading to college. To date, the run has raised nearly half a million dollars for that cause.

And if that’s not enough reason to run, there’s the pull of that sweet admission ticket.

Race registration director Jill Gilardi explained its appeal. “One of the best parts of the Classic, compared to other races, is that it is truly the most family-friendly event in which most runners have participated,’’ she said. “We see families year after year — their children grow a bit, maybe their favorite Sesame character changes — but the race is the same. Their memories of doing the race with their family or school group last forever.’’

More on the 2022 Sesame Place Classic is at Flying Fish Hockey.