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 fantastic 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 kicks off the beloved annual Strawberry Fest celebration and promises a memorable experience for runners, walkers, and families alike. The 5K race starts at 8:00 a.m. with a scenic out-and-back course that winds through picturesque fields and historic homes, perfect for achieving personal bests. Don’t worry if you have little ones; the Kids Fun Run will take place at approximately 9:00 a.m. inside Richard Wood Park, ensuring everyone can join in the fun!
Participants in the 5K will receive a stylish t-shirt, while young runners in the Kids Fun Run will earn a finisher medal to commemorate their achievement. Plus, all proceeds from the event support the Jemison High School Cross Country Team, helping local student-athletes pursue their passion. Remember, online registration closes on April 2, so mark your calendar and don’t miss out on this wonderful community tradition! Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, excitement, and a shared love for running!
Participants in the 5K will receive a stylish t-shirt, while young runners in the Kids Fun Run will earn a finisher medal to commemorate their achievement. Plus, all proceeds from the event support the Jemison High School Cross Country Team, helping local student-athletes pursue their passion. Remember, online registration closes on April 2, so mark your calendar and don’t miss out on this wonderful community tradition! Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, excitement, and a shared love for running!
Organiser's Description
**ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON APRIL 2. ON-SITE REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON APRIL 4 FROM 7:00-7:45AM.**
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.
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.
Races
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Thorsby Strawberry Sprint 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 4th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$11.60
CLOSED
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