Cartersville 10K and 5K
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Cartersville, Georgia
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running and community spirit at the 47th Annual Cartersville 10K & 5K event, taking place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Dellinger Park in Cartersville, Bartow. This historic race is one of the oldest 10Ks in the nation, offering participants the chance to set their personal records on two fast, USATF-certified courses. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or looking for a fun family outing, you can choose between the 10K and the 5K distances, both of which promise scenic views and a vibrant atmosphere.
The races kick off at 8:00 AM, followed by an exciting awards ceremony at 9:20 AM, where outstanding athletes will be recognized across various categories, including age groups and wheelchair divisions. Not only will you enjoy the thrill of competition, but your participation also supports a wonderful cause—proceeds benefit "Shoes4Kids," ensuring that children in the North Georgia running community have the shoes they need to run and play. Embrace the fun, camaraderie, and community spirit at this unforgettable event in Cartersville!
The races kick off at 8:00 AM, followed by an exciting awards ceremony at 9:20 AM, where outstanding athletes will be recognized across various categories, including age groups and wheelchair divisions. Not only will you enjoy the thrill of competition, but your participation also supports a wonderful cause—proceeds benefit "Shoes4Kids," ensuring that children in the North Georgia running community have the shoes they need to run and play. Embrace the fun, camaraderie, and community spirit at this unforgettable event in Cartersville!
Organiser's Description
WELCOME TO THE _47TH ANNUAL..._CARTERVILLE 10K & 5K!
_ENJOY ONE OF THE OLDEST 10K'S IN THE NATION!_
Come set your P.R. on _either _of our two fast, USATF-certified courses (5K & 10K), or just simply come out and walk it with family & friends. Either way, you'll have a _great time_! Proceeds from the race once again go to benefit "Shoes4Kids"! As we continue to strive to ensure that ALL KIDS in our N. GA running community have a good pair of shoes in which to run and play, see how we are doing that here: Shoes 4 KiDS [https://www.wire2wirerunning.com/new-patients]
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2026
_DELLINGER PARK_
8:00am 5K start
8:00am 10K start
9:20am Awards Ceremony
REGISTRATION:
Register Early...$ave some DOUGH!
* 5K is $25 Until August 15th...._After _August 16th._ _5K price increases to $30
* 10K is $35 Until August 15th.._After_ August 16th. 10K price increases to $40
Pre-Registration on-line ends at midnight Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026. You MUST register by this date to guarantee your T-shirt!!!!
Day-of-Race Registration from 6:30am--7
* 5K Day of Race...$40 * 10K Day of Race...$45
PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP:
Will be held Friday, October 23rd. from 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM at the _Big Peach Running. Co._ - Cartersville Store! Located at 402 E. Church St., Cartersville, GA 30121.
10K AWARDS:
* Overall Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd receive unique award
* Masters Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd receive unique award
* Age Groups Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd receive a_ MEDAL_ in the following categories:
* (14&U, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80&O)
* Wheelchair Division Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
5K AWARDS:
* Overall Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd receive unique award
* Masters Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd receive unique award
* Age Groups Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd receive a _MEDAL_ in the following categories:
* (10&U, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80&O)
* Wheelchair Division Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
RACE TIMING: THE RACE WILL BE PROFESSIONALLY-TIMED BY _WIRE2WIRE RUNNING_ USING RFID CHIP TECHNOLOGY. RESULTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER THE RACE AT _WWW.WIRE2WIRERUNNING.COM [http://www.wire2wirerunning.com]_
10K COURSE: USATF-CERTIFIED (_GA18083WC_) THIS 10K BEGINS ON THE 400M. TRACK IN DELLINGER PARK BEFORE LEAVING THE PARK AND MAKING A SMALL LOOP BY CARTERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL. THEN, IT TAKES YOU ON A LARGE LOOP THAT TRAVELS ALONG GORGEOUS COUNTRY ROADS AND ALONGSIDE HISTORIC ETOWAH INDIANS MOUNDS BEFORE CIRCUMVENTING DELLINGER PARK AND RE-ENTERING AT THE MAIN ENTRANCE. BACK TO THE 400M. TRACK WHERE YOU WILL FINISH LIKE AN OLYMPIAN AS YOU FINISH YOUR RACE ON THE TRACK!!
5K COURSE: SIMILAR TO THE 10K, THE 5K STARTS HOWEVER AT THE MAIN ENTRANCE OF DELLINGER PARK. IT, HOWEVER, JUST MAKES THE LARGE LOOP AROUND THE ETOWAH INDIAN MOUNDS BUT THEN RE-ENTERS DELLINGER PARK IN THE _BACK ENTRANCE _TO THE PARK AND HEADS TO THE 400M. TRACK INSIDE THE PARK. ONE LOOP AROUND THE TRACK AND JUST LIKE THAT, THIS FAST YET BEAUTIFUL RACE IS DONE! ENJOY THE OPEN COUNTRY ROADS WITH SURROUNDING FARMLAND AND A GENTLE ROLLING HILL OR TWO YOU'LL HARDLY NOTICE.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A RAIN-OR-SHINE EVENT!
_ENJOY ONE OF THE OLDEST 10K'S IN THE NATION!_
Come set your P.R. on _either _of our two fast, USATF-certified courses (5K & 10K), or just simply come out and walk it with family & friends. Either way, you'll have a _great time_! Proceeds from the race once again go to benefit "Shoes4Kids"! As we continue to strive to ensure that ALL KIDS in our N. GA running community have a good pair of shoes in which to run and play, see how we are doing that here: Shoes 4 KiDS [https://www.wire2wirerunning.com/new-patients]
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2026
_DELLINGER PARK_
8:00am 5K start
8:00am 10K start
9:20am Awards Ceremony
REGISTRATION:
Register Early...$ave some DOUGH!
* 5K is $25 Until August 15th...._After _August 16th._ _5K price increases to $30
* 10K is $35 Until August 15th.._After_ August 16th. 10K price increases to $40
Pre-Registration on-line ends at midnight Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026. You MUST register by this date to guarantee your T-shirt!!!!
Day-of-Race Registration from 6:30am--7
* 5K Day of Race...$40 * 10K Day of Race...$45
PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP:
Will be held Friday, October 23rd. from 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM at the _Big Peach Running. Co._ - Cartersville Store! Located at 402 E. Church St., Cartersville, GA 30121.
10K AWARDS:
* Overall Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd receive unique award
* Masters Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd receive unique award
* Age Groups Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd receive a_ MEDAL_ in the following categories:
* (14&U, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80&O)
* Wheelchair Division Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
5K AWARDS:
* Overall Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd receive unique award
* Masters Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd receive unique award
* Age Groups Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd receive a _MEDAL_ in the following categories:
* (10&U, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80&O)
* Wheelchair Division Male & Female, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
RACE TIMING: THE RACE WILL BE PROFESSIONALLY-TIMED BY _WIRE2WIRE RUNNING_ USING RFID CHIP TECHNOLOGY. RESULTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER THE RACE AT _WWW.WIRE2WIRERUNNING.COM [http://www.wire2wirerunning.com]_
10K COURSE: USATF-CERTIFIED (_GA18083WC_) THIS 10K BEGINS ON THE 400M. TRACK IN DELLINGER PARK BEFORE LEAVING THE PARK AND MAKING A SMALL LOOP BY CARTERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL. THEN, IT TAKES YOU ON A LARGE LOOP THAT TRAVELS ALONG GORGEOUS COUNTRY ROADS AND ALONGSIDE HISTORIC ETOWAH INDIANS MOUNDS BEFORE CIRCUMVENTING DELLINGER PARK AND RE-ENTERING AT THE MAIN ENTRANCE. BACK TO THE 400M. TRACK WHERE YOU WILL FINISH LIKE AN OLYMPIAN AS YOU FINISH YOUR RACE ON THE TRACK!!
5K COURSE: SIMILAR TO THE 10K, THE 5K STARTS HOWEVER AT THE MAIN ENTRANCE OF DELLINGER PARK. IT, HOWEVER, JUST MAKES THE LARGE LOOP AROUND THE ETOWAH INDIAN MOUNDS BUT THEN RE-ENTERS DELLINGER PARK IN THE _BACK ENTRANCE _TO THE PARK AND HEADS TO THE 400M. TRACK INSIDE THE PARK. ONE LOOP AROUND THE TRACK AND JUST LIKE THAT, THIS FAST YET BEAUTIFUL RACE IS DONE! ENJOY THE OPEN COUNTRY ROADS WITH SURROUNDING FARMLAND AND A GENTLE ROLLING HILL OR TWO YOU'LL HARDLY NOTICE.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A RAIN-OR-SHINE EVENT!
Races
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Cartersville 5K
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
CLOSEDHave a Great Race! -
Cartersville 10K
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
CLOSEDThank you for being part of the 46th running of this 10K classic!
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