Skylar's Run - Clean Water 5K
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Auburn, Georgia
- Price $28.24 - $49.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of fun and community at Skylar's Run - Clean Water 5K, taking place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in beautiful Auburn, Gwinnett! This exciting event features a 5K run/walk and a family-friendly 1/2 mile Walk & Roll, making it accessible for participants of all ages and abilities. The goal of the race is to raise awareness and funds for the critical issue of clean water access in East Africa, where many families struggle to find safe water.
Join race headliner Skylar Gwin and his father, Paul, as they lead the "Walk & Roll" event, showcasing that everyone can contribute to the clean water solution. Registration includes a participant t-shirt, raffle ticket, and post-race refreshments. Plus, families can take advantage of a special group registration option to register up to four members for just $100! With awards for the top finishers and a memorable medal ceremony featuring Paul and Skylar, this event promises to be not only a race but a chance to make a meaningful impact. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to join the fun while supporting a vital cause!
Join race headliner Skylar Gwin and his father, Paul, as they lead the "Walk & Roll" event, showcasing that everyone can contribute to the clean water solution. Registration includes a participant t-shirt, raffle ticket, and post-race refreshments. Plus, families can take advantage of a special group registration option to register up to four members for just $100! With awards for the top finishers and a memorable medal ceremony featuring Paul and Skylar, this event promises to be not only a race but a chance to make a meaningful impact. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to join the fun while supporting a vital cause!
Organiser's Description
Every day in East Africa, women and children walk an average of 5 kilometers to retrieve water for their families that is often unclean and unsafe for human use. SKYLAR'S RUN - CLEAN WATER 5K EVENT is focused on bringing awareness that SAFE, CLEAN WATER IS A SOLVABLE PROBLEM. Race headliner, Skylar Gwin, and his father, Paul, will be leading the wheelchair & stroller accessible "Walk & Roll" event as a testimony to the fact that EVERYONE CAN BE PART OF THE CLEAN WATER SOLUTION, no matter their age or abilities.
All funds raised through this event are used to PROVIDE SUSTAINABLE WATER FILTERS FOR VULNERABLE FAMILIES IN KENYA. This designation most often applies to those with limited means who have young children, elderly, physically disabled, or chronically ill family members. These populations are most susceptible to water-born illnesses.
THIS EVENT IS A 5K RUN/WALK OR 1/2 MILE WALK & ROLL EVENT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!! COME JOIN THE FUN AS WE RAISE MONEY FOR SAFE, CLEAN WATER!
RACE DETAILS:
* Sign-in at park will begin at 7:00 am
* Events will begin at approximately 8:00 am (with staggered start times by event)
* Registration includes t-shirt for participant, raffle ticket and post race drinks & snacks
* "Walk & Roll" event is held on an accessible, paved, 1/2 mile loop.
* Registration for the "Walk & Roll" includes a free 'buddy' for the primary participant, no extra registration fee is needed. _RACE T-SHIRT FOR THE 'BUDDY' IS AN OPTIONAL PURCHASE DURING CHECKOUT._
_NEW FOR 2026:_
* _REVISED RACE COURSE WILL FEATURE TWO 'OUT AND BACK' SECTIONS THAT WILL ELIMINATE THE STEEP HILL ON THE EAST MEADOW LOOP! _
* _RACE T-SHIRTS IN REQUESTED SIZE WILL NOT BE GUARANTEED IF SIGN UP OCCURS AFTER SEPTEMBER 10, 2026._
* _FAMILY REGISTRATION OPTION-- REGISTER UP TO 4 FAMILY MEMBERS FOR $100 TOTAL!_
* _GROUP REGISTRATION OPTION-- REGISTER A TEAM AND FUNDRAISE TOGETHER FOR SAFE, CLEAN WATER!_
_AWARDS: 5K RACE MEDALS FOR TOP 3 TIMED FINISHERS IN EACH AGE/GENDER CATEGORY (5K). 5K RACE TROPHIES WILL BE AWARDED FOR OVERALL TOP 3 FINISHERS - MEN AND TOP 3 FINISHERS - WOMEN. 5KMEDAL CEREMONY & PHOTOBOOTH OPPORTUNITY WITH PAUL & SKYLAR WILL TAKE PLACE AFTER ALL EVENTS HAVE FINISHED._
_"WALK & ROLL" EVENT WILL NOT BE TIMED BUT ALL REGISTRANTS WILL RECEIVE PARTICIPATION MEDALS IN A SPECIAL AWARDS CEREMONY._
JOIN US FOR THIS AMAZING EVENT AND MAKE AN "IMPACT BEYOND THE FINISH LINE"!!
All funds raised through this event are used to PROVIDE SUSTAINABLE WATER FILTERS FOR VULNERABLE FAMILIES IN KENYA. This designation most often applies to those with limited means who have young children, elderly, physically disabled, or chronically ill family members. These populations are most susceptible to water-born illnesses.
THIS EVENT IS A 5K RUN/WALK OR 1/2 MILE WALK & ROLL EVENT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!! COME JOIN THE FUN AS WE RAISE MONEY FOR SAFE, CLEAN WATER!
RACE DETAILS:
* Sign-in at park will begin at 7:00 am
* Events will begin at approximately 8:00 am (with staggered start times by event)
* Registration includes t-shirt for participant, raffle ticket and post race drinks & snacks
* "Walk & Roll" event is held on an accessible, paved, 1/2 mile loop.
* Registration for the "Walk & Roll" includes a free 'buddy' for the primary participant, no extra registration fee is needed. _RACE T-SHIRT FOR THE 'BUDDY' IS AN OPTIONAL PURCHASE DURING CHECKOUT._
_NEW FOR 2026:_
* _REVISED RACE COURSE WILL FEATURE TWO 'OUT AND BACK' SECTIONS THAT WILL ELIMINATE THE STEEP HILL ON THE EAST MEADOW LOOP! _
* _RACE T-SHIRTS IN REQUESTED SIZE WILL NOT BE GUARANTEED IF SIGN UP OCCURS AFTER SEPTEMBER 10, 2026._
* _FAMILY REGISTRATION OPTION-- REGISTER UP TO 4 FAMILY MEMBERS FOR $100 TOTAL!_
* _GROUP REGISTRATION OPTION-- REGISTER A TEAM AND FUNDRAISE TOGETHER FOR SAFE, CLEAN WATER!_
_AWARDS: 5K RACE MEDALS FOR TOP 3 TIMED FINISHERS IN EACH AGE/GENDER CATEGORY (5K). 5K RACE TROPHIES WILL BE AWARDED FOR OVERALL TOP 3 FINISHERS - MEN AND TOP 3 FINISHERS - WOMEN. 5KMEDAL CEREMONY & PHOTOBOOTH OPPORTUNITY WITH PAUL & SKYLAR WILL TAKE PLACE AFTER ALL EVENTS HAVE FINISHED._
_"WALK & ROLL" EVENT WILL NOT BE TIMED BUT ALL REGISTRANTS WILL RECEIVE PARTICIPATION MEDALS IN A SPECIAL AWARDS CEREMONY._
JOIN US FOR THIS AMAZING EVENT AND MAKE AN "IMPACT BEYOND THE FINISH LINE"!!
Races
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Skylar's Run - Clean Water 5K
Incl. $3.24 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$33.24
Skylar's Run - Clean Water 5K is for adults AND children! Bring the whole family!! Run or walk-- all are welcome. This event will be timed with medals awarded to top finishers in each gender/age category. -
Skylar's Run - Clean Water 1/2 Mile "Walk & Roll"
Incl. $3.24 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$28.24
Participation in this division, led by race leader, Skylar Gwin, and his father, Paul, is a statement that we can ALL do something to help find a solution to the clean water crisis! This route is paved and wheelchair/stroller accessible. It is open to participants of all abilities and will not be timed. The registration fee is for one Primary Race Participant AND one Race Buddy, if the Participant needs help on the race route. Race Registration includes one T-shirt for the Primary Race Participant-- an additional shirt for a Race Buddy may be purchased separately during the registration process.. -
Skylar's Run - Clean Water 5K - Virtual Runner
Incl. $4.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$49.40
Can't be in Auburn for this year's race? Support Skylar's Run-Clean Water 5K with your registration as a Virtual Runner. All proceeds will go to support the Clean Water Program in Kenya. Registration includes shipping fee for race t-shirt that will be mailed after the event.
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