Bookin’ It 5k

Sunday, February 21, 2027
8:30 AM EST
Athens, Georgia
$17.57–$33.44 · 3 races
5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and unleash your inner bookworm at the Bookin’ It 5K on Sunday, February 21, 2027, in picturesque Athens, Clarke! This exciting annual race takes place at Sandy Creek Park and offers participants the choice between a challenging 5K and a delightful 1-mile fun run. Whether you prefer to walk or run, this family-friendly event promises a day filled with joy and community spirit, all while supporting your local library.

Participants are encouraged to get creative and dress up as their favorite book characters, adding an extra layer of fun to the festivities. Proceeds from the event benefit vital library programs and services that enrich our community. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to promote literacy and enjoy a lively day outdoors—join us at the Bookin’ It 5K and let your literary spirit shine!

Races

  • Bookin It 1-Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $2.57 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:30 AM EST

    $17.57

    Register
  • Bookin It 5k

    Incl. $3.44 Fee & T-Shirt

    9:00 AM EST

    $33.44

    Register
  • Virtual Bookin It 5k

    Virtual

    Incl. $3.44 Fee

    8:30 AM EST

    $33.44

    Register

Organiser's description

The Friends of the Athens-Clarke County Library is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting the library and its programs, services, and resources.

JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL RACE AT SANDY CREEK PARK! CHOOSE BETWEEN A 5K OR A 1-MILE FUN RUN. Whether you walk or run, enjoy a fun, family-friendly day while supporting your local library.

Proceeds benefit library programs, services, and initiatives that strengthen our community.

AND DON'T FORGET TO DRESS UP AS YOUR FAVORITE BOOK CHARACTER! GET CREATIVE AND SHOW OFF YOUR LITERARY SPIRIT AS YOU RUN OR WALK!

Lace up, dress up, and join us for a great day supporting the library!

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Location

400 Bob Holman Road, Sandy Creek Park, Athens, 30607, GA, United States

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