2025 Veterans Day 5K Hosted by the Cherry Blossom Festival
- Date Sat 8th November 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Macon, Georgia
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join the celebration of service and community at the 2025 Veterans Day 5K on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in Macon, Georgia! Hosted at the picturesque Georgia Premier Cross Country Course at Middle Georgia State University, this exciting event is part of a weekend dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who have served in our armed forces. Runners and walkers of all ages can participate in the 5K, while also contributing to a great cause, as a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Georgia Department of Veterans Service Foundation.
The day kicks off bright and early at 7:00 AM with registration, followed by the National Anthem at 8:25 AM and the race start at 8:30 AM. Participants will have the opportunity to win awards in various categories, including top finishers and best patriotic outfits, while enjoying a vibrant atmosphere filled with community spirit. Don't miss out on this meaningful event that not only promotes health and fitness but also supports our local veterans!
The day kicks off bright and early at 7:00 AM with registration, followed by the National Anthem at 8:25 AM and the race start at 8:30 AM. Participants will have the opportunity to win awards in various categories, including top finishers and best patriotic outfits, while enjoying a vibrant atmosphere filled with community spirit. Don't miss out on this meaningful event that not only promotes health and fitness but also supports our local veterans!
Organiser's Description
Macon, Georgias International Cherry Blossom Festival is proud to host the second annual Veterans Day 5K on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Georgia Premier Cross Country Course at Middle Georgia State University as part of a weekend of events honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans across Middle Georgia. A portion of proceeds from the Veterans Day weekend will benefit the Georgia Department of Veterans Service Foundation, an organization committed to helping Middle Georgia veterans remain in their homes through support with utilities, rent or mortgage assistance, and critical home repairs.
The Veterans Day 5K is one of three events taking place over Veterans Day weekend to honor, raise awareness, and financially benefit veterans in Macon-Bibb and Middle Georgia. Events taking place during Veterans Day Weekend, November 9-10, 2025, include:
* Veterans Day 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Middle Georgia State University
* Fourth Annual Veterans Day Parade on Sunday, November 9, 2025, in Downtown Macon
* Second annual Veterans Day Golf Tournament on Monday, November 10, 2025, at River North Country Club
DAY OF 5K SCHEDULE
* 7:00am Registration and Packet Pick Up
* 8:25am - National Anthem
* 8:30am - 5K Begins
* Approximately 9:30am - Awards Ceremony
LOCATION AND PARKING
* Georgia Premier Cross Country Course at Middle Georgia State University - 3450 Fulton Mill Road, Macon, Ga, 31206
* Parking for the 5K will be located at Georgia Premier Cross Country Course.
REGISTRATION
* Online registration for in person event ends Thursday, November 6, 2025.
* Same day registration is onsite only.
REFUND POLICY
* No refunds will be given.
SERVICE ANIMALS
* Service animals are welcomed and allowed.
WEATHER POLICY
* Veterans Day 5K is rain or shine, but in the case of inclement weather race officials may cancel or delay the event in consideration of public safety. As a reminder, registration fees are non-refundable.
AWARDS
* Top three male, top three female, and top three Veterans overall finishers of the Veterans Day 5K.
* In addition, we will award Top two men and top two women for each age bracket. Age brackets are as follows: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80+.
* Best Red, White and Blue, patriotic outfit.
SHIRTS
* Participants who register by October 24, 2025, will receive their shirt on race day. Race participants who register after October 24, 2025, are not guaranteed a shirt or the size requested.
PACKET PICKUP
* Packet pickup for in-person participants will take place the morning of the race starting at 7:00am at the Georgia Premier Cross Country Course at Middle Georgia State University.
BATHROOMS
* Bathrooms are located onsite.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
* Presenting Sponsor: Smith, Brown & Groover, Inc. [https://smithbrownandgroover.com/]
* Supporting Sponsor: R.A. Bowen Trust [https://www.rabowentrust.org/]
* Hydration Station Sponsor: Anderson, Walker & Reichert, LLP [https://www.awrlaw.com/]
* Mile Marker Sponsors: Raffield Tire Master [https://www.raffieldtire.com/], Advanced Dental Arts [https://www.adamacon.com/], and D. Lance Souther, Inc.
* Community Sponsors: Middle Georgia State University [https://www.mga.edu/] and Apparel Authority [https://apparelauthority.net/]
The Veterans Day 5K is one of three events taking place over Veterans Day weekend to honor, raise awareness, and financially benefit veterans in Macon-Bibb and Middle Georgia. Events taking place during Veterans Day Weekend, November 9-10, 2025, include:
* Veterans Day 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Middle Georgia State University
* Fourth Annual Veterans Day Parade on Sunday, November 9, 2025, in Downtown Macon
* Second annual Veterans Day Golf Tournament on Monday, November 10, 2025, at River North Country Club
DAY OF 5K SCHEDULE
* 7:00am Registration and Packet Pick Up
* 8:25am - National Anthem
* 8:30am - 5K Begins
* Approximately 9:30am - Awards Ceremony
LOCATION AND PARKING
* Georgia Premier Cross Country Course at Middle Georgia State University - 3450 Fulton Mill Road, Macon, Ga, 31206
* Parking for the 5K will be located at Georgia Premier Cross Country Course.
REGISTRATION
* Online registration for in person event ends Thursday, November 6, 2025.
* Same day registration is onsite only.
REFUND POLICY
* No refunds will be given.
SERVICE ANIMALS
* Service animals are welcomed and allowed.
WEATHER POLICY
* Veterans Day 5K is rain or shine, but in the case of inclement weather race officials may cancel or delay the event in consideration of public safety. As a reminder, registration fees are non-refundable.
AWARDS
* Top three male, top three female, and top three Veterans overall finishers of the Veterans Day 5K.
* In addition, we will award Top two men and top two women for each age bracket. Age brackets are as follows: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80+.
* Best Red, White and Blue, patriotic outfit.
SHIRTS
* Participants who register by October 24, 2025, will receive their shirt on race day. Race participants who register after October 24, 2025, are not guaranteed a shirt or the size requested.
PACKET PICKUP
* Packet pickup for in-person participants will take place the morning of the race starting at 7:00am at the Georgia Premier Cross Country Course at Middle Georgia State University.
BATHROOMS
* Bathrooms are located onsite.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
* Presenting Sponsor: Smith, Brown & Groover, Inc. [https://smithbrownandgroover.com/]
* Supporting Sponsor: R.A. Bowen Trust [https://www.rabowentrust.org/]
* Hydration Station Sponsor: Anderson, Walker & Reichert, LLP [https://www.awrlaw.com/]
* Mile Marker Sponsors: Raffield Tire Master [https://www.raffieldtire.com/], Advanced Dental Arts [https://www.adamacon.com/], and D. Lance Souther, Inc.
* Community Sponsors: Middle Georgia State University [https://www.mga.edu/] and Apparel Authority [https://apparelauthority.net/]
Races
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Veterans Day 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Shirt
Sat 8th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$38.10
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Veterans Day 5K Veteran Racers
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$27.50
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Veterans Day 5K Student Racer *Present Student ID at Race Day Registery Table.
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Shirt
Sat 8th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$27.50
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Veterans Day 5K Virtual Race Participant
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
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Veterans Day 5K Ghost Runner
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 8th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$32.80
For those wishing to help the veterans in our community without the commitment of putting on your running shoes. In the event you wish not to run or cannot attend, and you would still like to contribute to veterans in Middle Georgia, this signup is for you. We appreciate your donation. Registration Pricing - $30 *No shirt and not eligible to place. Refund Policy - No refunds. Awards - Placing in the 5K is reserved for in-person, race day participants only. Shirts - Shirts are not provided for ghost runners. -
Veterans Day 5K Sponsors
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 8th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
Free
Thank you for supporting the second annual Veterans Day 5K.
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Georgia Premier Cross Country Course at Middle Georgia State University, 3450 Fulton Mill Road, Macon, 31206, GA, United States
2025 Veterans Day 5K Hosted by the Cherry Blossom Festival
