16th Annual Joshua's Wish 5K Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Macon, Georgia
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of fitness and fun at the 16th Annual Joshua's Wish 5K Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run on Saturday, September 20, 2025, in beautiful Macon, Bibb County, Georgia! This energetic event kicks off at Tattnall Square Park, with the 5K starting promptly at 8:00 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run shortly thereafter. This year, join us in raising awareness for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month by participating in this meaningful event, where every step helps support vital childhood cancer research.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun family outing, there's something for everyone! The chip-timed 5K features awards for the top three finishers in each age group, while all children participating in the Kids Fun Run will receive their very own medal. Gather your family and friends, form a team, and make a difference together! Remember to register early by September 4, 2025, to guarantee your t-shirt and be part of this incredible cause. Let’s make every step count for kids fighting cancer and create lasting memories along the way!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun family outing, there's something for everyone! The chip-timed 5K features awards for the top three finishers in each age group, while all children participating in the Kids Fun Run will receive their very own medal. Gather your family and friends, form a team, and make a difference together! Remember to register early by September 4, 2025, to guarantee your t-shirt and be part of this incredible cause. Let’s make every step count for kids fighting cancer and create lasting memories along the way!
Organiser's Description
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month a time to come together, take action, and make a difference. Join us for the 16th Annual Joshua's Wish 5K Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Tattnall Square Park in Macon, GA.
The 5K begins at 8:00 AM, with the Kids Fun Run starting shortly afterward. This is a chip-timed event, and medals will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each age group. Every child participating in the Kids Fun Run will receive a medal!
It's a day of fitness, fun, and family all in support of a powerful cause: raising awareness and funding for childhood cancer research.
Form a team, bring the whole family, and register today! Let's make every step count for kids fighting cancer.
PACKET PICK UP DAY OF THE RACE
ONLY EARLY REGISTRATIONS GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT - EARLY REGISTRATION ENDS ON SEPTEMBER 4, 2025
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS T-SHIRT WILL BE MAILED
Run/Walk Schedule
7:00 Check-in / Registration / Packet pick up
7:30 Warm Up
8:00 5K Run/Walk
8:45 Kids Fun Run (12 years & under; includes t-shirt) Children 5 and under must have an parent walking/running with them.
Awards Ceremony
5K Run/Walk: Medals are awarded to the TOP THREE finishers in each age group
Kids Fun Run: Medals for ALL
Team: Recognition for the Largest Team
The 5K is chip timed; the fun run is not. The fun run will be on the clock but not recorded; finishers can read their time from the clock as they cross the finish line. Children 5 and under must have a parent walking/running with them.
The 5K begins at 8:00 AM, with the Kids Fun Run starting shortly afterward. This is a chip-timed event, and medals will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each age group. Every child participating in the Kids Fun Run will receive a medal!
It's a day of fitness, fun, and family all in support of a powerful cause: raising awareness and funding for childhood cancer research.
Form a team, bring the whole family, and register today! Let's make every step count for kids fighting cancer.
PACKET PICK UP DAY OF THE RACE
ONLY EARLY REGISTRATIONS GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT - EARLY REGISTRATION ENDS ON SEPTEMBER 4, 2025
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS T-SHIRT WILL BE MAILED
Run/Walk Schedule
7:00 Check-in / Registration / Packet pick up
7:30 Warm Up
8:00 5K Run/Walk
8:45 Kids Fun Run (12 years & under; includes t-shirt) Children 5 and under must have an parent walking/running with them.
Awards Ceremony
5K Run/Walk: Medals are awarded to the TOP THREE finishers in each age group
Kids Fun Run: Medals for ALL
Team: Recognition for the Largest Team
The 5K is chip timed; the fun run is not. The fun run will be on the clock but not recorded; finishers can read their time from the clock as they cross the finish line. Children 5 and under must have a parent walking/running with them.
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