Valdosta 5K
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Valdosta, Georgia
- Price $16.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting way to celebrate Independence Day at the Valdosta 5K on Friday, July 4th, 2025! This vibrant event kicks off at 7:30 AM in Valdosta, Lowndes, and is designed to benefit the cross country programs at Valdosta State University. The race features a scenic 5K course that starts on Sustella Avenue and winds through the charming streets of Valdosta, offering participants a chance to experience the community while competing for fun and fitness.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a family looking for a fun activity, the Valdosta 5K has something for everyone! Compete for awards in various categories, including Overall Male and Female, Master Male and Female, and top placements in age groups ranging from 11 & under to 70 & over. With an entry fee of just $15 through July 3rd and a family discount available, this event is a wonderful way to engage with the community while supporting a great cause. Don’t miss out on this festive celebration—mark your calendars for July 4th and be part of the Valdosta spirit!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a family looking for a fun activity, the Valdosta 5K has something for everyone! Compete for awards in various categories, including Overall Male and Female, Master Male and Female, and top placements in age groups ranging from 11 & under to 70 & over. With an entry fee of just $15 through July 3rd and a family discount available, this event is a wonderful way to engage with the community while supporting a great cause. Don’t miss out on this festive celebration—mark your calendars for July 4th and be part of the Valdosta spirit!
Organiser's Description
VALDOSTA 5K
FRIDAY - JULY 4TH EVENT STARTS AT 7:30 AM
PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY CROSS COUNTRY PROGRAMS
5K COURSE: STARTS ON SUSTELLA AVENUE, TURN RIGHT ONTO BAYTREE ROAD, TURN LEFT ONTO NORTH OAK STREET, TURN RIGHT ONTO MOORE STREET, TURN RIGHT ONTO WILLIAMS STREET, TURN RIGHT ONTO MARY STREET, TURN RIGHT ONTO SUSTELLA AVENUE AND FINISH IN THE VSU COMPLEX PARKING LOT ON SUSTELLA AVENUE.
LOCATION ADDRESS: COMPLEX 401 BAYTREE ROAD VALDOSTA 31602 PARKING LOT DRIVEWAY IS ON SUSTELLA AVENUE.
AWARDS: OVERALL FEMALE/MALE, MASTER FEMALE/MALE TOP 2 IN EACH AGE GROUP 11 & UNDER, 12 TO 14, 15 TO 19, 20 TO 29, 30 TO 39, 40 TO 49, 50 TO 59, 60 TO 69 AND 70 & OVER.
ENTRY FEE: $15.00 THROUGH JULY 3RD $20 ON RACE DAY JULY 4TH. THERE IS A FAMILY DISCOUNT THROUGH JULY 3RD [FAMILIES OF 4+ WITH PARENT(S)/CHILDREN 18 YEARS AND UNDER] $45 IF RECEIVED BY JULY 3RD. NO FAMILY DISCOUNT OFFERED ON RACE DAY ALL RACE DAY $20 FEE. PLEASE BRING EXACT CHANGE NO REFUNDS OR SWAPPING OF ENTRIES.
NO T-SHIRT
RACE COURSE CLOSES AT 8:30AM - ALL PARTICIPANTS ARE EXPECTED TO BE FINISHED WITHIN 1 HOUR, BY 8:30AM.
FRIDAY - JULY 4TH EVENT STARTS AT 7:30 AM
PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY CROSS COUNTRY PROGRAMS
5K COURSE: STARTS ON SUSTELLA AVENUE, TURN RIGHT ONTO BAYTREE ROAD, TURN LEFT ONTO NORTH OAK STREET, TURN RIGHT ONTO MOORE STREET, TURN RIGHT ONTO WILLIAMS STREET, TURN RIGHT ONTO MARY STREET, TURN RIGHT ONTO SUSTELLA AVENUE AND FINISH IN THE VSU COMPLEX PARKING LOT ON SUSTELLA AVENUE.
LOCATION ADDRESS: COMPLEX 401 BAYTREE ROAD VALDOSTA 31602 PARKING LOT DRIVEWAY IS ON SUSTELLA AVENUE.
AWARDS: OVERALL FEMALE/MALE, MASTER FEMALE/MALE TOP 2 IN EACH AGE GROUP 11 & UNDER, 12 TO 14, 15 TO 19, 20 TO 29, 30 TO 39, 40 TO 49, 50 TO 59, 60 TO 69 AND 70 & OVER.
ENTRY FEE: $15.00 THROUGH JULY 3RD $20 ON RACE DAY JULY 4TH. THERE IS A FAMILY DISCOUNT THROUGH JULY 3RD [FAMILIES OF 4+ WITH PARENT(S)/CHILDREN 18 YEARS AND UNDER] $45 IF RECEIVED BY JULY 3RD. NO FAMILY DISCOUNT OFFERED ON RACE DAY ALL RACE DAY $20 FEE. PLEASE BRING EXACT CHANGE NO REFUNDS OR SWAPPING OF ENTRIES.
NO T-SHIRT
RACE COURSE CLOSES AT 8:30AM - ALL PARTICIPANTS ARE EXPECTED TO BE FINISHED WITHIN 1 HOUR, BY 8:30AM.
Races
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5k
Incl. $1.90 Fee & VSUXC Sticker
Fri 4th July 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$16.90
CLOSEDVALDOSTA 5K July 4th event starts at 7:30 AM -
Blazer
Incl. $1.90 Fee & VSUXC Sticker
Fri 4th July 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$16.90
CLOSEDTo donate to the VSUXC Team without breaking a sweat.
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