Strawberry Sprint 5K and Fun Run
- Date Sat 4th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Thorsby, Alabama
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the Strawberry Sprint 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in the charming town of Thorsby, Chilton! This exciting event is part of the annual Strawberry Fest celebration and promises a fantastic experience for all participants. The 5K race kicks off at 8:00 a.m., starting at the intersection of Franklin Street and Alabama Ave, near Thorsby High School. Runners and walkers of all levels, including leashed furry friends, can enjoy this scenic out-and-back course that winds through beautiful open fields and historic homes. Plus, with official chip timing and t-shirts for all 5K participants, it’s the perfect opportunity to chase personal bests!
But the fun doesn’t stop there! At approximately 9:00 a.m., kids can join the Kids Fun Run inside Richard Wood Park, making it a family-friendly event that welcomes racers of all ages. Participants in the 5K will compete for awards, while all Kids Fun Runners will receive a finisher medal. Best of all, every dollar raised supports the Jemison High School Cross Country Team, ensuring local student-athletes can continue to thrive. Don’t miss
But the fun doesn’t stop there! At approximately 9:00 a.m., kids can join the Kids Fun Run inside Richard Wood Park, making it a family-friendly event that welcomes racers of all ages. Participants in the 5K will compete for awards, while all Kids Fun Runners will receive a finisher medal. Best of all, every dollar raised supports the Jemison High School Cross Country Team, ensuring local student-athletes can continue to thrive. Don’t miss
Organiser's Description
Join us on April 4, 2026 for the Thorsby Strawberry Sprint 5K, part of the towns beloved annual Strawberry Fest celebration! This fast, out-and-back course begins at the intersection or Franklin Street and Alabama Ave, near Thorsby High School and follows County Road 37 South, passing open fields, charming historic homes, and even a historic cemetery. The route features a gentle incline on the return, making it a perfect course for personal bests.
The Check-In tent will be set up at Richard Wood Park.
The morning kicks off with the 5K at 8:00 a.m., open to runners, walkers, and even leashed furry friends. Afterward, kids can join the Fun Run inside Richard Wood Park, creating a family-friendly race day for all ages. The Kids Fun Run will begin at approximately 9:00 a.m.
The 5K race will use official chip timers. 5K Runners will receive a tshirt. Awards will be presented following the Kids Fun Run to the top three male and female finishers in the 5K.
Kids Fun Runners will receive a finisher medal.
All profits from the event go to support the Jemison High School Cross Country Team, helping cover essential season costs and ensuring local student-athletes can continue to compete and thrive.
Come for the 5K and Kids Fun Run and let's make this a community tradition!
The last day to register to race is April 2, 2026.
The last day to register for a guaranteed tshirt is Wednesday, March 4.
We are accepting donations if you would like to support the team but are unable to attend the 5K or Kids Fun Run.
The Check-In tent will be set up at Richard Wood Park.
The morning kicks off with the 5K at 8:00 a.m., open to runners, walkers, and even leashed furry friends. Afterward, kids can join the Fun Run inside Richard Wood Park, creating a family-friendly race day for all ages. The Kids Fun Run will begin at approximately 9:00 a.m.
The 5K race will use official chip timers. 5K Runners will receive a tshirt. Awards will be presented following the Kids Fun Run to the top three male and female finishers in the 5K.
Kids Fun Runners will receive a finisher medal.
All profits from the event go to support the Jemison High School Cross Country Team, helping cover essential season costs and ensuring local student-athletes can continue to compete and thrive.
Come for the 5K and Kids Fun Run and let's make this a community tradition!
The last day to register to race is April 2, 2026.
The last day to register for a guaranteed tshirt is Wednesday, March 4.
We are accepting donations if you would like to support the team but are unable to attend the 5K or Kids Fun Run.
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Location
9017 Franklin St, Thorsby, 35171, AL, United States
Strawberry Sprint 5K and Fun Run
