Fort Oglethorpe Kiwanis Kannonball Run 5k

Saturday, September 23, 2023 Past event
8:05 AM EDT
Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia
$22.20–$32.80 · 3 races
1km, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and fun at the Fort Oglethorpe Kiwanis Kannonball Run on Saturday, September 23, 2023! This vibrant event will take place in the scenic Gilbert-Stephenson Park, located in Fort Oglethorpe, Catoosa, and features both a 5K race and a 1K Fun Run. Runners of all ages are invited to participate in the 5K, which promises a beautiful course along the greenway, kicking off at 8:00 a.m. with chip timing to ensure accurate results.

This year marks the second annual Kannonball Run, and it’s not just about the race – it’s about giving back to the community! All proceeds will support local charities aimed at helping children in need. Participants will enjoy a festive atmosphere, complete with delicious snacks after the run, exciting awards for overall winners and top finishers in each age group, and medals for every finisher. Plus, all racers will receive a free t-shirt! For those who prefer to run from the comfort of their own home, a virtual race option is also available, with t-shirts included. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a

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Races

  • 5k run

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:00 AM EDT

    $32.80

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  • 1k walk/kids run

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:05 AM EDT

    $22.20

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  • Virtual Run

    Virtual

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:05 AM EDT

    $22.20

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Organiser's description

Join us for the Fort Oglethorpe Kiwanis Kannonball Run 5K and 1K Fun Run on September 23th 2023. All proceeds from the event will go to charities supporting kids in our community.

Please join us for the Second annual Fort Oglethorpe Kiwanis Kannonball Run 5k and 1k!

The 5K race will start at Gilbert-Stephenson Park in Fort Oglethorpe and will be mostly on the beautiful greenway! We will have awesome awards for the overall winners as well as the top three in each age group. Every finisher will get a medal! The race will start promptly at 8:00 a.m. and will be chip timed. There will be snacks for the participants to enjoy after the run, Awards ceremony and door prize drawings will take place after everyone finishes. Race headquarters will be at the big pavilion in the back of the park. All participants will get a free t-shirt.

Race day sign up will be available starting at 6:45 a.m. on race day. Please bring check or cash.

Race from your couch option! We have a virtual race for those that are unable to join us. Virtual participants will also get a t-shirt!

Kiwanis motto: "Serving The Children Of The World"

Kiwanis Mission- Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.

Location

19 Van Cleve Street, Fort Oglethorpe, 30742, GA, United States

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