Clayton's Hardest & Funnest 5k
- Date Sat 20th March 2027
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Clayton, Georgia
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the 2nd Annual Clayton's Hardest & Funnest 5K on Saturday, March 20, 2027, in the beautiful city of Clayton, Georgia! This unique race features four 0.75-mile laps, each capped off with an exciting 100-foot challenge lane, making it the perfect blend of fun and fitness. Participants can join as individuals or form a relay team of up to four people, ensuring everyone can take part in the excitement. The event is open to all ages and abilities, with a special Kids Run for those aged 10 and under, featuring fun challenges like bear crawls and burpees.
The festivities kick off at 7:30 AM with a vibrant festival atmosphere at the Rabun County Pavilions, where local sponsors and vendors will be waiting to celebrate your achievements. The main 5K race starts at 9:00 AM, followed by the Kids Run at 10:00 AM. With awards presented at 10:30 AM, this event promises not just a race, but a celebration of community spirit and active living. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to challenge yourself and have a blast in Clayton!
The festivities kick off at 7:30 AM with a vibrant festival atmosphere at the Rabun County Pavilions, where local sponsors and vendors will be waiting to celebrate your achievements. The main 5K race starts at 9:00 AM, followed by the Kids Run at 10:00 AM. With awards presented at 10:30 AM, this event promises not just a race, but a celebration of community spirit and active living. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to challenge yourself and have a blast in Clayton!
Organiser's Description
2nd Annual
Clayton's Hardest & Funnest 5K
Come for the run, stay for the FUN!
Saturday, March 20, 2027 . City of Clayton Town Hall & Rabun County Pavilions, Clayton, GA
About the Race
Back again for the SECOND ANNUAL CLAYTON'S HARDEST AND FUNNEST 5K and festival! The unique 5K will be set up as four 0.75-mile laps, each ending with a different 100-foot lane challenge.
The 5K can be completed as an individual or as a RELAY OF UP TO 4 PEOPLE. The 5K event is open to all ages and abilities. There will also be a KIDS RUN for those 10 years and younger.
Come for the run, stay for the FUN! Local sponsors and vendors will greet you after the finish in the pavilion to celebrate!
Race Day Details
Date
Saturday, March 20, 2027
Race Course
Green space behind the City of Clayton Town Hall
Festival
Rabun County Pavilions
Address
837 Highway 76 West, Clayton, GA 30525
Packet Pickup
Festival area opens at 7:30 AM
The Events
5K Run/Walk - Solo . 9:00 AM
4 x 0.75-mile loops, each ending with a 100-foot challenge lane.
5K Relay (Up to 4 People) . 9:00 AM
Same course. Relay members should run in an alternate order based on relay size.
Kids Run (10 & Under) . 10:00 AM
4 x 0.25-mile loops around the pavilion area, each ending with a challenge lane (bear crawl, burpees, lunges, sprint).
The Challenge Lanes
* LAP 1: Lunges
* LAP 2: Bear Crawl
* LAP 3: Burpee Broad Jump
* LAP 4: SPRINT
Schedule
* 7:30 AM: Festival area opens (packet pick-up)
* 8:45 AM: Pre-race meeting at start line
* 9:00 AM: 5K start
* 10:00 AM: Kids Run start
* 10:30 AM: Awards in festival area
* 11:00 AM: Race course closes
* 12:00 PM: Festival area closes
Parking
Parking available in both city and county lots.
What's Included
T-Shirt
Included with 5K and Kids Run registration. Deadline for a guaranteed t-shirt is March 1st.
Finisher Award
Included with 5K and Kids Run registration.
Course
The course map will be posted before race day.
Start/Finish on Google Maps [https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=837+Highway+76+West%2C+Clayton%2C+GA+30525]
Race Awards
Awards in the festival area at 10:30 AM.
Age Group Categories
10 & Under11-1415-1920-2930-3940-4950-5960 & Over
Race Policies
* RAIN OR SHINE: the race goes on in any weather. If lightning or severe weather makes it unsafe, the start may be delayed.
* NO REFUNDS: all registrations are final.
* RACE-DAY REGISTRATION: open on your phone until the race starts.
* RESULTS: posted live on the RunSignUp race page as runners finish.
Let's Stay Connected
Contact us if you're interested in a vendor table!
Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/61582816926594]
Contact the Race Director [https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/GA/Clayton/ClaytonSHardesteFunnest5k#contactFormSection]
Clayton's Hardest & Funnest 5K
Come for the run, stay for the FUN!
Saturday, March 20, 2027 . City of Clayton Town Hall & Rabun County Pavilions, Clayton, GA
About the Race
Back again for the SECOND ANNUAL CLAYTON'S HARDEST AND FUNNEST 5K and festival! The unique 5K will be set up as four 0.75-mile laps, each ending with a different 100-foot lane challenge.
The 5K can be completed as an individual or as a RELAY OF UP TO 4 PEOPLE. The 5K event is open to all ages and abilities. There will also be a KIDS RUN for those 10 years and younger.
Come for the run, stay for the FUN! Local sponsors and vendors will greet you after the finish in the pavilion to celebrate!
Race Day Details
Date
Saturday, March 20, 2027
Race Course
Green space behind the City of Clayton Town Hall
Festival
Rabun County Pavilions
Address
837 Highway 76 West, Clayton, GA 30525
Packet Pickup
Festival area opens at 7:30 AM
The Events
5K Run/Walk - Solo . 9:00 AM
4 x 0.75-mile loops, each ending with a 100-foot challenge lane.
5K Relay (Up to 4 People) . 9:00 AM
Same course. Relay members should run in an alternate order based on relay size.
Kids Run (10 & Under) . 10:00 AM
4 x 0.25-mile loops around the pavilion area, each ending with a challenge lane (bear crawl, burpees, lunges, sprint).
The Challenge Lanes
* LAP 1: Lunges
* LAP 2: Bear Crawl
* LAP 3: Burpee Broad Jump
* LAP 4: SPRINT
Schedule
* 7:30 AM: Festival area opens (packet pick-up)
* 8:45 AM: Pre-race meeting at start line
* 9:00 AM: 5K start
* 10:00 AM: Kids Run start
* 10:30 AM: Awards in festival area
* 11:00 AM: Race course closes
* 12:00 PM: Festival area closes
Parking
Parking available in both city and county lots.
What's Included
T-Shirt
Included with 5K and Kids Run registration. Deadline for a guaranteed t-shirt is March 1st.
Finisher Award
Included with 5K and Kids Run registration.
Course
The course map will be posted before race day.
Start/Finish on Google Maps [https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=837+Highway+76+West%2C+Clayton%2C+GA+30525]
Race Awards
Awards in the festival area at 10:30 AM.
Age Group Categories
10 & Under11-1415-1920-2930-3940-4950-5960 & Over
Race Policies
* RAIN OR SHINE: the race goes on in any weather. If lightning or severe weather makes it unsafe, the start may be delayed.
* NO REFUNDS: all registrations are final.
* RACE-DAY REGISTRATION: open on your phone until the race starts.
* RESULTS: posted live on the RunSignUp race page as runners finish.
Let's Stay Connected
Contact us if you're interested in a vendor table!
Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/61582816926594]
Contact the Race Director [https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/GA/Clayton/ClaytonSHardesteFunnest5k#contactFormSection]
Races
-
5k Run/Walk - Solo
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 20th March 2027 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
5K (4x .75mi loop w/ 100 foot challenge lane at the end of each loop: bear crawl, burpee broad jump, lunges, sprint) -
5k Relay (Up to 4 People)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 20th March 2027 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
5K (4x .75mi loop w/ 100 foot challenge at the end of each loop: bear crawl, burpee broad jump, lunges, sprint) Relay members should run in an alternate order based on relay size. -
KIDS Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 20th March 2027 (10:00AM EDT)
$22.20
Similar to the 5k race, the KIDS run will be 4x .25 loops around the pavilion area each ending with a challenge lane (bear crawl, burpees, lunges, sprint)
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