2025 Veterans Day 5K Hosted by the Cherry Blossom Festival

  • Date Sat 8th November 2025
  • Time 8:30AM EST
  • Location Macon, Georgia
  • Price $27.50 - $43.40
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join in the excitement at the 2025 Veterans Day 5K on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Georgia Premier Cross Country Course located at Middle Georgia State University in Macon, Bibb. This vibrant event is part of the International Cherry Blossom Festival's weekend-long celebration honoring the brave service and sacrifices of veterans across Middle Georgia. Runners and walkers of all ages will enjoy a scenic 5K course while supporting a worthy cause, as a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Georgia Department of Veterans Service Foundation.

The day kicks off at 7:00 AM with registration and packet pickup, followed by the stirring National Anthem at 8:25 AM, leading into the energetic 5K start at 8:30 AM. Celebrate the spirit of community and patriotism with awards for the top finishers in various age categories and a special prize for the best red, white, and blue outfit! Whether you’re a competitive runner or just looking for a fun way to give back, the Veterans Day 5K promises to be a memorable event. Be part of this uplifting tribute to our veterans while enjoying the beauty of Macon in November!

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/]

Races

  • Veterans Day 5K

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Shirt

    Sat 8th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)

    $38.10

  • Veterans Day 5K Veteran Racers

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)

    $27.50

  • 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

  • Veterans Day 5K Virtual Race Participant

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    $43.40

  • 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.

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Georgia Premier Cross Country Course at Middle Georgia State University, 3450 Fulton Mill Road, Macon, 31206, GA, United States

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