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 Thorsby, Chilton! As part of the beloved annual Strawberry Fest celebration, this exciting event invites runners, walkers, and even leashed furry friends to enjoy a fast, out-and-back 5K course that starts at the intersection of Franklin Street and Alabama Ave, near Thorsby High School. The scenic route takes participants along County Road 37 South, showcasing the area's open fields, charming historic homes, and a historic cemetery. With a gentle incline on the way back, this course is perfect for those looking to achieve personal bests.
The 5K race kicks off at 8:00 a.m., followed by a Kids Fun Run at approximately 9:00 a.m. inside Richard Wood Park, making it a fantastic family-friendly day for all ages. Participants in the 5K will receive a t-shirt, and all Kids Fun Runners will earn a finisher medal. Not only will you enjoy a great day of racing, but your participation will also support the Jemison High School Cross Country Team, as all profits go towards essential season costs for local student
The 5K race kicks off at 8:00 a.m., followed by a Kids Fun Run at approximately 9:00 a.m. inside Richard Wood Park, making it a fantastic family-friendly day for all ages. Participants in the 5K will receive a t-shirt, and all Kids Fun Runners will earn a finisher medal. Not only will you enjoy a great day of racing, but your participation will also support the Jemison High School Cross Country Team, as all profits go towards essential season costs for local student
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 be hand-timed. 5K Runners will receive a tshirt.
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 online to race is April 2, 2026. We will have walk up registration the morning of from 7:00-7:45am. We will also be accepting donations for the Jemison High School Cross Country Team.
The last day to register for a guaranteed tshirt is Wednesday, March 4.
We are accepting online 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 be hand-timed. 5K Runners will receive a tshirt.
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 online to race is April 2, 2026. We will have walk up registration the morning of from 7:00-7:45am. We will also be accepting donations for the Jemison High School Cross Country Team.
The last day to register for a guaranteed tshirt is Wednesday, March 4.
We are accepting online 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
