Etowah River Park Summer Classic - 5k/10k
- Date Sat 8th August 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Canton, Georgia
- Price $42.34 - $46.58
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fitness and fun at the Etowah River Park Summer Classic on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in Canton, Cherokee! This family-friendly event invites participants of all levels to join the excitement, whether you're a walker, runner, or looking to achieve your personal best. Choose between the fast and flat USTF certified 5K and 10K courses, both designed for setting new records.
The event features a special 10K club/team competition, encouraging local run clubs and teams to showcase their strength and camaraderie. With a lively atmosphere powered by a live DJ, post-race refreshments, and free professional photography to capture your race day memories, this is an event you won't want to miss. Plus, there are fantastic awards, including cash prizes for the top finishers and team awards for the fastest groups. So rally your friends, don your team gear, and prepare for a memorable day at Etowah River Park!
The event features a special 10K club/team competition, encouraging local run clubs and teams to showcase their strength and camaraderie. With a lively atmosphere powered by a live DJ, post-race refreshments, and free professional photography to capture your race day memories, this is an event you won't want to miss. Plus, there are fantastic awards, including cash prizes for the top finishers and team awards for the fastest groups. So rally your friends, don your team gear, and prepare for a memorable day at Etowah River Park!
Organiser's Description
Join us for an exciting 5K/10K race, featuring a special 10K club/team competition! This family friendly event welcomes everyone; walkers, runners, back-of-the-pack participants, and speedsters alike, hosted by Cherokee Run Club [https://www.instagram.com/cherokeerunclub?igsh=dDB3bWM1bW9rc2k4&utm_source=qr]
RACE HIGHLIGHTS
* Fast, flat course built for PRs
* 5K Route USTF Certified course # GA18105WC
* 10K Route USTF Certified course # GA23084WC
* Live DJ & MC bringing the race-day energy
* Free Race Photography
* Premium Tri-blend race T-shirt _Register by July 15 to guarantee your shirt_
* Well-organized race packet pickup
* Post-race refreshments and snacks
* Age group awards
* Team awards
RACE LOCATION:
Etowah River Park - 600 Brown Industrial Pkwy, Canton, GA 30114
10K RUN CLUB/GROUP COMPETITION:
Think your crews got what it takes to take the crown this year?
Run Clubs, Teams, Groups must register under Club/Team name Find your team's name or create a new one when you register for the 10k - Choose the join / create a team)
To be eligible for scoring, each team must have a minimum of 10 members
The top 5 finishers from each team will be scored to determine the fastest group.
Show off your Run Club, Team's strength and bring home bragging rights!
CLUBS AND TEAMS, SHOW YOUR SPIRIT! WEAR YOUR GEAR, WAVE YOUR FLAGS, AND REPRESENT YOUR SQUAD. LET'S GO!
TEAM RUNNERS WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR BOTH INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM AWARDS.
10K PRIZE PURSE
A Local 10K with a Prize Purse? Yes!
The top three male and female finishers will walk away with cash:
$325.00
$125.00
$75.00
10K TEAM/GROUP COMPETITION AWARDS
Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams:
$400.00
$225.00
$100.00
$300.00 to the team or club with the most 10k Registrations
TIMING INFORMATION:
This event uses RFID timing provided by Performance Race Services [https://www.performanceraceservices.com/]. To ensure your time is recorded accurately, please make sure your race bib meets the following guidelines:
Worn clearly on the front of your torso
* Not folded, wrinkled, or altered in any way
* Secured with pins at all four corners
* Fully visible and not covered by jackets, belts, or other gear
* Live results will be available within minutes after you finish.
FREE PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY:
* True Speed Photos will be on-site capturing all the race action, so grab your friends and make some memories! http://truespeedphoto.com/Home.cfm included with your registration
* @caughtbysid [https://www.instagram.com/caughtbysid_?igsh=anNsN29zNTBxZnE4] Sid is back behind the lens! You already know what that means. #IYKYK
EARLY PACKET PICKUP:
OPTION 1
Tuesday, August 4
Participants can pick up their race bib before race day at the Fabletics store located at The Outlet Shoppes of Atlanta.
Bib Pickup Details
Location: Fabletics at The Outlet Shops of Atlanta
Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM 7:00 PM
Event: Race bib pickup
Optional Shakeout Run
Join an optional 5K group run at 7:00 PM to shake out your legs and try out your new race gear before race day.
Exclusive Fabletics Offers (August 49, 2026)Bring your Etowah River Park Summer Classic race bib to Fabletics and receive:
Spend $100 or more: Get $10 off your purchase (can be combined with Outlet promotions).
Spend $150 or more: Receive a free pair of leggings or shorts (Gift With Purchase).
These offers are valid only at the Fabletics Outlet at The Outlet Shoppes of Atlanta during the promotional period. Some exclusions apply.
OPTION 2
Wednesday, August 5
from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Etowah River Park Amphitheater
5K & 10K Course preview/ Shakeout Run
OPTION 3
Thursday, August 6
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Fleet Feet Canton, 1431 Riverstone Pkwy #100, Canton, GA 30114
Show your race bib for 10% in-store discount at pickup.
RACE DAY Packet Pickup & Registration (Near Stage)
* 5:45 AM - Race day Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
* 7:15 AM - Race day Registration & Packet Pickup Closes
* 7:20AM - 5K Warm-Up
* 7:30 AM - 5K Start
* 8:20 AM - 10 Warm-Up
* 8:30 AM - 10K Start -
COURSE INFORMATION:
5K Route USTF Certified course
https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=GA18039WC
10K Route USTF Certified course # GA23084WC
AWARDS 5K & 10K
INDIVIDUAL AWARD MEDALS
* Top 3 Overall Male & Female Finishers
* Masters (40+) First Male & Female Finishers.
* Top 3 Male & Female Finishers in the following age groups:
* 18 and under, 19-29,30-39,40-49,50-59, 60-69
Here are the top 3 teams from 2025
Cherokee Run Club
stopwatch 338
1- Corey Bearden - 33:37.5
2-Corey Champion - 35:29.9
3-Micah Weathers - 38:00.6
4- Logan Smedley - 39:42.6
5- Austin Raridon - 40:48.0
Mindful Miles Run Club
stopwatch 336
1-Jerell Aquino - 36:42.7
2- Tyra Holloway -38:13.3
3- Daniel Harvey - 40:29.2
4- Sandy Lam - 40:48.9
5- Jeronimo Agudelo - 42:22.0
Fleet Feet Canton Racing Team
stopwatch 317
1- Zack Jordan - 35:54.1
2- Justin Schmidt - 40:56.9
3- Ayden Harris - 41:11.9
4- Wendy Mader - 43:41.8
5- Sebastian Viveros - 44:32.5
AWARD FROM OUR SPONSORS
Fleet Feet Canton is offering shoe vouchers for race winners:
Overall male and female winners in both the 5K and 10K will receive a $50 voucher toward a new pair of shoes.
The 2nd- and 3rd-place finishers will each receive a $15 voucher.
Vouchers can be redeemed at Fleet Feet locations in Canton, Decatur, or Peachtree Corners.
RAFFLES
ATLANTA BRAVES VS NEW YORK METS BASEBALL GAME
Two tickets in Section 211 Row 5 8/10 - 2 Winners
Two Tickets in Section 323 Row 7 8/10 1 Winner
Two tickets in Section 211 Row 4 8/11 - 2 Winners
Raffle winners will be announced during the awards ceremony. WINNERS MUST BE PRESENT TO CLAIM THEIR PRIZE. Prize winners who are not in attendance will forfeit their award.
RACE SWAG & REGISTRATION DETAILS:
To guarantee a race t-shirt, participants must register and select their shirt size by July 23rd.
extended to the 23rd any registrations after July 23rd are not guaranteed a race t shirt
Bring your energy, lace up your shoes, and join us for this summer classic. Together, well make every step count!
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!
RAIN OR SHINE, THE RACE GOES ON!
RACE HIGHLIGHTS
* Fast, flat course built for PRs
* 5K Route USTF Certified course # GA18105WC
* 10K Route USTF Certified course # GA23084WC
* Live DJ & MC bringing the race-day energy
* Free Race Photography
* Premium Tri-blend race T-shirt _Register by July 15 to guarantee your shirt_
* Well-organized race packet pickup
* Post-race refreshments and snacks
* Age group awards
* Team awards
RACE LOCATION:
Etowah River Park - 600 Brown Industrial Pkwy, Canton, GA 30114
10K RUN CLUB/GROUP COMPETITION:
Think your crews got what it takes to take the crown this year?
Run Clubs, Teams, Groups must register under Club/Team name Find your team's name or create a new one when you register for the 10k - Choose the join / create a team)
To be eligible for scoring, each team must have a minimum of 10 members
The top 5 finishers from each team will be scored to determine the fastest group.
Show off your Run Club, Team's strength and bring home bragging rights!
CLUBS AND TEAMS, SHOW YOUR SPIRIT! WEAR YOUR GEAR, WAVE YOUR FLAGS, AND REPRESENT YOUR SQUAD. LET'S GO!
TEAM RUNNERS WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR BOTH INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM AWARDS.
10K PRIZE PURSE
A Local 10K with a Prize Purse? Yes!
The top three male and female finishers will walk away with cash:
$325.00
$125.00
$75.00
10K TEAM/GROUP COMPETITION AWARDS
Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams:
$400.00
$225.00
$100.00
$300.00 to the team or club with the most 10k Registrations
TIMING INFORMATION:
This event uses RFID timing provided by Performance Race Services [https://www.performanceraceservices.com/]. To ensure your time is recorded accurately, please make sure your race bib meets the following guidelines:
Worn clearly on the front of your torso
* Not folded, wrinkled, or altered in any way
* Secured with pins at all four corners
* Fully visible and not covered by jackets, belts, or other gear
* Live results will be available within minutes after you finish.
FREE PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY:
* True Speed Photos will be on-site capturing all the race action, so grab your friends and make some memories! http://truespeedphoto.com/Home.cfm included with your registration
* @caughtbysid [https://www.instagram.com/caughtbysid_?igsh=anNsN29zNTBxZnE4] Sid is back behind the lens! You already know what that means. #IYKYK
EARLY PACKET PICKUP:
OPTION 1
Tuesday, August 4
Participants can pick up their race bib before race day at the Fabletics store located at The Outlet Shoppes of Atlanta.
Bib Pickup Details
Location: Fabletics at The Outlet Shops of Atlanta
Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM 7:00 PM
Event: Race bib pickup
Optional Shakeout Run
Join an optional 5K group run at 7:00 PM to shake out your legs and try out your new race gear before race day.
Exclusive Fabletics Offers (August 49, 2026)Bring your Etowah River Park Summer Classic race bib to Fabletics and receive:
Spend $100 or more: Get $10 off your purchase (can be combined with Outlet promotions).
Spend $150 or more: Receive a free pair of leggings or shorts (Gift With Purchase).
These offers are valid only at the Fabletics Outlet at The Outlet Shoppes of Atlanta during the promotional period. Some exclusions apply.
OPTION 2
Wednesday, August 5
from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Etowah River Park Amphitheater
5K & 10K Course preview/ Shakeout Run
OPTION 3
Thursday, August 6
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Fleet Feet Canton, 1431 Riverstone Pkwy #100, Canton, GA 30114
Show your race bib for 10% in-store discount at pickup.
RACE DAY Packet Pickup & Registration (Near Stage)
* 5:45 AM - Race day Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
* 7:15 AM - Race day Registration & Packet Pickup Closes
* 7:20AM - 5K Warm-Up
* 7:30 AM - 5K Start
* 8:20 AM - 10 Warm-Up
* 8:30 AM - 10K Start -
COURSE INFORMATION:
5K Route USTF Certified course
https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=GA18039WC
10K Route USTF Certified course # GA23084WC
AWARDS 5K & 10K
INDIVIDUAL AWARD MEDALS
* Top 3 Overall Male & Female Finishers
* Masters (40+) First Male & Female Finishers.
* Top 3 Male & Female Finishers in the following age groups:
* 18 and under, 19-29,30-39,40-49,50-59, 60-69
Here are the top 3 teams from 2025
Cherokee Run Club
stopwatch 338
1- Corey Bearden - 33:37.5
2-Corey Champion - 35:29.9
3-Micah Weathers - 38:00.6
4- Logan Smedley - 39:42.6
5- Austin Raridon - 40:48.0
Mindful Miles Run Club
stopwatch 336
1-Jerell Aquino - 36:42.7
2- Tyra Holloway -38:13.3
3- Daniel Harvey - 40:29.2
4- Sandy Lam - 40:48.9
5- Jeronimo Agudelo - 42:22.0
Fleet Feet Canton Racing Team
stopwatch 317
1- Zack Jordan - 35:54.1
2- Justin Schmidt - 40:56.9
3- Ayden Harris - 41:11.9
4- Wendy Mader - 43:41.8
5- Sebastian Viveros - 44:32.5
AWARD FROM OUR SPONSORS
Fleet Feet Canton is offering shoe vouchers for race winners:
Overall male and female winners in both the 5K and 10K will receive a $50 voucher toward a new pair of shoes.
The 2nd- and 3rd-place finishers will each receive a $15 voucher.
Vouchers can be redeemed at Fleet Feet locations in Canton, Decatur, or Peachtree Corners.
RAFFLES
ATLANTA BRAVES VS NEW YORK METS BASEBALL GAME
Two tickets in Section 211 Row 5 8/10 - 2 Winners
Two Tickets in Section 323 Row 7 8/10 1 Winner
Two tickets in Section 211 Row 4 8/11 - 2 Winners
Raffle winners will be announced during the awards ceremony. WINNERS MUST BE PRESENT TO CLAIM THEIR PRIZE. Prize winners who are not in attendance will forfeit their award.
RACE SWAG & REGISTRATION DETAILS:
To guarantee a race t-shirt, participants must register and select their shirt size by July 23rd.
extended to the 23rd any registrations after July 23rd are not guaranteed a race t shirt
Bring your energy, lace up your shoes, and join us for this summer classic. Together, well make every step count!
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!
RAIN OR SHINE, THE RACE GOES ON!
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.34 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$42.34
CLOSED -
10k
Incl. $3.58 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$46.58
CLOSED
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