The Great Bacon Race: presented by Erthal Chiropractic

Saturday, May 20, 2023 Past event

9:00 AM EDT

Macon, Georgia

$32.80 · 2 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for a deliciously fun day at The Great Bacon Race on Saturday, May 20th, 2023, in Macon, Bibb! Join us at the historic Luther Williams Field for a unique event that promises a morning filled with excitement and, of course, bacon. The action kicks off at 8 AM with a spirited 5K race, perfect for runners of all levels, followed by a light-hearted 1-mile Bacon Fun Run at 9 AM where participants will indulge in three slices of bacon every quarter mile. Both races will start and finish at the iconic home plate, creating an unforgettable experience for all.

This event not only offers a fantastic way to get active but also supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting Team RWB, an organization dedicated to enriching the lives of veterans. Bring the whole family along for a sizzling good time, meet Kevin the Bacon, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere with prizes awarded for top finishers in each age group and the top three overall. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of fitness, fun, and philanthropy!

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Races

The Great Bacon 5k Race

Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

The race will begin outside the gates of historic Luther Williams field running through Central City park with the finish like at home plate of the stadium! For every mile of the race, runners will be handed a piece of bacon!

8:00 AM EDT

$32.80

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The Great Bacon Fun Run

Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

The fun run will be held on the field of Luther Williams Field where four laps equals a mile. Every quarter mile of the race, participants will be handed a piece of bacon!

9:00 AM EDT

$32.80

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Organiser's description

Come join us for a bacon filled morning at historic Luther Williams Field in downtown Macon! Proceeds of the races will go to Team RWB, an organization whose mission is to enrich the lives of veterans. The 5K will begin at 8 AM with packet pickup starting at 7 AM. There will also be a 1-mile Bacon Fun Run where participants will eat 3 slices of bacon every quarter mile. The Fun Run will begin at 9 AM. Each race will begin and end at Luther Williams Field with the finish line at home plate! Prizes will be awarded for the top finishers in each age group and Top 3 Overall. Bring the whole family for a sizzling good time with Kevin the Bacon and the rest of the Macon Bacon crew, presented by our partners at Erthal Chiropractic.