Nene Fest 2-way 5k and Fun Run

Saturday, April 26, 2025 Past event

8:00 AM EDT

Tallahassee, Florida

$5.00–$25.00 · 4 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of running at the Nene Fest 2-way 5K and Fun Run, taking place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, in beautiful Tallahassee, Leon! This vibrant event invites runners of all ages to experience one of Tallahassee's classic race courses with a fun twist. Participants can choose to race in a unique 2-way format, tackling the certified course either clockwise or counterclockwise. The 5K race kicks off at 8:00 a.m., followed by a delightful 1 Mile Fun Run at 9:00 a.m.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a fun day out, the Nene Fest has something for everyone! Awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories, including the top 3 male and female runners aged 16 and older, as well as the top 3 male and female runners aged 15 and under in the 5K. For the Fun Run, the first three finishers aged 12 and under will also receive recognition. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate fitness and community in the heart of Tallahassee!

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Nene Fest 2-way 5k

8:00 AM EDT

$25.00

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Nene Fest Fun Run

9:00 AM EDT

$10.00

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Hartsfield student (5k)

8:00 AM EDT

$5.00

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Hartsfield student (Fun Run)

9:00 AM EDT

$5.00

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Organiser's description

Race one of Tallahassee's classic courseswith a twist!

The Nenes of Indianhead Acres have hosted the Women's Distance Festival https://troubleafoot.blogspot.com/2021/09/wdf-2021.html every September since 1998 on a certified course https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=FL17042TY familiar to many local runners. In 2014, the Nene Fest 5k https://troubleafoot.blogspot.com/2019/04/nene-2019.html began to use the same course in the spring.

For the Nene Fest 5K, the course is used for a 2-way race. Runners can choose to tackle the course counterclockwise (the traditional WDF direction) or clockwise.

TIME:

Race Day Registration starts at 6:45 a.m., 5K starts at 8:00 a.m., 1 Mile Fun Run starts at 9:00 a.m.

AWARDS:

Awards will be given to the following categories:

5K: Top 3 Male/Female 16+, Top 3 Male/Female 15 and under

Fun Run: First 3 finishers, 12 and under only