Veterans Day 5K Hosted by the Cherry Blossom Festival
- Date Sat 9th November 2024
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Macon, Georgia
- Price $27.50 - $43.40
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Veterans Day 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, November 9, 2024, in Macon, Georgia, hosted by the International Cherry Blossom Festival! This uplifting event takes place at Middle Georgia State University, celebrating and honoring the brave veterans of Middle Georgia. Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere filled with community spirit, as a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Georgia Department of Veterans Service Foundation, supporting local veterans with essential assistance for housing needs.
The Veterans Day 5K starts at 8:30 AM, following a heartfelt rendition of the National Anthem at 8:25 AM. Race day will kick off with registration and packet pickup beginning at 7:00 AM, and participants are encouraged to show their patriotic spirit with awards for the best red, white, and blue outfits! The event promises a fun-filled day with awards for the top finishers in various categories, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a meaningful event that honors our veterans while promoting health and community engagement!
The Veterans Day 5K starts at 8:30 AM, following a heartfelt rendition of the National Anthem at 8:25 AM. Race day will kick off with registration and packet pickup beginning at 7:00 AM, and participants are encouraged to show their patriotic spirit with awards for the best red, white, and blue outfits! The event promises a fun-filled day with awards for the top finishers in various categories, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a meaningful event that honors our veterans while promoting health and community engagement!
Organiser's Description
Join Macon, Georgias International Cherry Blossom Festival as we host the Veterans Day 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Middle Georgia State University to celebrate and honor veterans in Middle Georgia. A portion of funds raised over the weekend will support the Georgia Department of Veterans Service Foundation, an organization dedicated to helping Middle-Georgia veterans stay in their homes by assisting with utilities, mortgage or rent, and/or home repairs.
The Veterans Day 5K is one of three events taking place over Veterans Day weekend to honor, raise awareness, and financially benefit veterans in Macon-Bibb and Middle Georgia. Events taking place during Veterans Day Weekend, November 9-11, include:
* Veterans Day 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Middle Georgia State University
* Fourth Annual Veterans Day Parade on Sunday, November 10, 2024, in Downtown Macon
* Second annual Veterans Day Golf Tournament on Monday, November 11, 2024, at River North Country Club
DAY OF 5K SCHEDULE
* 7:00am Registration and Packet Pick Up
* 8:25am - National Anthem
* 8:30am - 5K Begins
* Approximately at 9:30am - Awards Ceremony
LOCATION AND PARKING
* Middle Georgia State University - 100 University Parkway Macon, GA 31206
* Parking for the 5K will be located in East Parking Lot.
* The start of the 5K will be outside of the Student Life Center, building 10 on the map.
REGISTRATION
* Online registration for in person event ends Thursday, November 7, 2024.
* Same day registration is onsite only.
REFUND POLICY
* No refunds will be given.
SERVICE ANIMALS
* Service animals are welcomed and allowed.
WEATHER POLICY
* Veterans Day 5K is rain or shine, but in the case of inclement weather race officials may cancel or delay the event in consideration of public safety. As a reminder, registration fees are non-refundable.
AWARDS
* Top three male, top three female, and top three Veterans overall finishers of the Veterans Day 5K.
* In addition, we will award Top two men and top two women for each age bracket. Age brackets are as follows: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80+.
* Best Red, White and Blue, patriotic outfit.
SHIRTS
* Participants who register by October 23, 2024, will receive their shirt on race day. Race participants who register after October 23, 2024, are not guaranteed a shirt or the size requested.
PACKET PICKUP
* Packet pickup for in-person participants will take place the morning of the race starting at 7:00am at Middle Georgia State University near the Student Life Center. The area pickup location will be marked and a map will be sent to participants.
BATHROOMS
* Restrooms are located in the Student Life Center, and portable restrooms will be located near the start/finish line.
_THANK TO OUR GRACIOUS SPONSORS FOR SUPPORTING THE VETERANS DAY 5K AND OUR COMMUNITY'S VETERANS!_
Presenting Sponsor: Smith, Brown and Groover, Inc. [https://smithbrownandgroover.com/]
Supporting Sponsor: The R.A. Bowen Trust [http://www.rabowentrust.org/], Middle Georgia State University [https://www.mga.edu/], and Apparel Authority [https://apparelauthority.net/]
Hydration Station Sponsors: Anderson, Walker & Reichert, LLP [https://www.awrlaw.com/] and Hays Service [https://haysservice.com/]
Mile Marker Sponsors: Raffield Tire Master [http://raffieldtire.com] and D. Lance Souther, Inc.
Media Sponsors: 41NBC/WMGT [https://www.41nbc.com/], WDEN [https://www.wden.com/], Lite Rock Z93.7 [https://www.z937.com/], All The Hits B95.1 [https://www.allthehitsb951.com/], and Blazin 92.3 [https://www.macon923.com/]
The Veterans Day 5K is one of three events taking place over Veterans Day weekend to honor, raise awareness, and financially benefit veterans in Macon-Bibb and Middle Georgia. Events taking place during Veterans Day Weekend, November 9-11, include:
* Veterans Day 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Middle Georgia State University
* Fourth Annual Veterans Day Parade on Sunday, November 10, 2024, in Downtown Macon
* Second annual Veterans Day Golf Tournament on Monday, November 11, 2024, at River North Country Club
DAY OF 5K SCHEDULE
* 7:00am Registration and Packet Pick Up
* 8:25am - National Anthem
* 8:30am - 5K Begins
* Approximately at 9:30am - Awards Ceremony
LOCATION AND PARKING
* Middle Georgia State University - 100 University Parkway Macon, GA 31206
* Parking for the 5K will be located in East Parking Lot.
* The start of the 5K will be outside of the Student Life Center, building 10 on the map.
REGISTRATION
* Online registration for in person event ends Thursday, November 7, 2024.
* Same day registration is onsite only.
REFUND POLICY
* No refunds will be given.
SERVICE ANIMALS
* Service animals are welcomed and allowed.
WEATHER POLICY
* Veterans Day 5K is rain or shine, but in the case of inclement weather race officials may cancel or delay the event in consideration of public safety. As a reminder, registration fees are non-refundable.
AWARDS
* Top three male, top three female, and top three Veterans overall finishers of the Veterans Day 5K.
* In addition, we will award Top two men and top two women for each age bracket. Age brackets are as follows: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80+.
* Best Red, White and Blue, patriotic outfit.
SHIRTS
* Participants who register by October 23, 2024, will receive their shirt on race day. Race participants who register after October 23, 2024, are not guaranteed a shirt or the size requested.
PACKET PICKUP
* Packet pickup for in-person participants will take place the morning of the race starting at 7:00am at Middle Georgia State University near the Student Life Center. The area pickup location will be marked and a map will be sent to participants.
BATHROOMS
* Restrooms are located in the Student Life Center, and portable restrooms will be located near the start/finish line.
_THANK TO OUR GRACIOUS SPONSORS FOR SUPPORTING THE VETERANS DAY 5K AND OUR COMMUNITY'S VETERANS!_
Presenting Sponsor: Smith, Brown and Groover, Inc. [https://smithbrownandgroover.com/]
Supporting Sponsor: The R.A. Bowen Trust [http://www.rabowentrust.org/], Middle Georgia State University [https://www.mga.edu/], and Apparel Authority [https://apparelauthority.net/]
Hydration Station Sponsors: Anderson, Walker & Reichert, LLP [https://www.awrlaw.com/] and Hays Service [https://haysservice.com/]
Mile Marker Sponsors: Raffield Tire Master [http://raffieldtire.com] and D. Lance Souther, Inc.
Media Sponsors: 41NBC/WMGT [https://www.41nbc.com/], WDEN [https://www.wden.com/], Lite Rock Z93.7 [https://www.z937.com/], All The Hits B95.1 [https://www.allthehitsb951.com/], and Blazin 92.3 [https://www.macon923.com/]
Races
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Veterans Day 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Shirt
Sat 9th November 2024 (8:30AM EST)
$38.10
CLOSEDWalk, run, skip or roll as we honor the veterans in our community. Location and Parking - Middle Georgia State University - 100 University Parkway Macon, GA 31206 - Parking for the 5K will be located in East Parking Lot. - The start of the 5K will be outside of the Student Life Center, building 10 on the map. Registration - Online registration for in person event ends Thursday, November 7, 2024. - Same day registration is onsite only. Pricing for In-Person 5K Participants - $35 until September 30, 2024 - $40 until November 8, 2024 *Signup by October 23, 2024 to be guaranteed a t-shirt. - $50 day of registration Refund Policy - No refunds will be Service Animals - Service animals are welcomed and allowed. Day of 5K Schedule - 7:00am Registration and Packet Pick Up - 8:25am - National Anthem - 8:30am - 5K Begins - Approximately at 9:30am - Awards Ceremony Weather Policy - Veterans Day 5K is rain or shine, but in the case of inclement weather race officials may cancel or delay the event in consideration of public safety. As a reminder, registration fees are non-refundable. Shirts - Participants who register by October 23, 2024, will receive their shirt on race day. Race participants who register after October 23, 2024, are not guaranteed a shirt or the size requested. Packet Pickup - Packet pickup will take place the morning of the race starting at 7:00am at Middle Georgia State University near the Student Life Center. The area pickup location will be marked and a map will be sent to participants. -
Veterans Day 5K Veteran Racers
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 9th November 2024 (8:30AM EST)
$27.50
CLOSEDWalk, run, skip or roll as we honor the veterans in our community. Location and Parking - Middle Georgia State University - 100 University Parkway Macon, GA 31206 - Parking for the 5K will be located in East Parking Lot. - The start of the 5K will be outside of the Student Life Center, building 10 on the map. Registration - Online registration for in person event ends Thursday, November 7, 2024. - Same day registration is onsite only. Pricing for Veteran 5K Participants - $25 Refund Policy - No refunds will be Service Animals - Service animals are welcomed and allowed. Day of 5K Schedule - 7:00am Registration and Packet Pick Up - 8:25am - National Anthem - 8:30am - 5K Begins - Approximately at 9:30am - Awards Ceremony Weather Policy - Veterans Day 5K is rain or shine, but in the case of inclement weather race officials may cancel or delay the event in consideration of public safety. As a reminder, registration fees are non-refundable. Shirts - Participants who register by October 23, 2024, will receive their shirt on race day. Race participants who register after October 23, 2024, are not guaranteed a shirt or the size requested. Packet Pickup - Packet pickup will take place the morning of the race starting at 7:00am at Middle Georgia State University near the Student Life Center. The area pickup location will be marked, and a map will be sent to participants. -
Veterans Day 5K Student Racer *Present Student ID at Race Day Registery Table.
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Shirt
Sat 9th November 2024 (8:30AM EST)
$27.50
CLOSEDWalk, run, skip or roll as we honor the veterans in our community. Location and Parking - Middle Georgia State University - 100 University Parkway Macon, GA 31206 - Parking for the 5K will be located in East Parking Lot. - The start of the 5K will be outside of the Student Life Center, building 10 on the map. Registration - Online registration for in person event ends Thursday, November 7, 2024. - Same day registration is onsite only. Pricing for Student 5K Participants - $25 Refund Policy - No refunds will be Service Animals - Service animals are welcomed and allowed. Day of 5K Schedule - 7:00am Registration and Packet Pick Up - 8:25am - National Anthem - 8:30am - 5K Begins - Approximately at 9:30am - Awards Ceremony Weather Policy - Veterans Day 5K is rain or shine, but in the case of inclement weather race officials may cancel or delay the event in consideration of public safety. As a reminder, registration fees are non-refundable. Shirts - Participants who register by October 23, 2024, will receive their shirt on race day. Race participants who register after October 23, 2024, are not guaranteed a shirt or the size requested. Packet Pickup - Packet pickup will take place the morning of the race starting at 7:00am at Middle Georgia State University near the Student Life Center. The area pickup location will be marked and a map will be sent to participants. -
Veterans Day 5K Virtual Race Participant
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
CLOSEDWalk, run, skip or roll as we honor the veterans in our community. Registration - Registration for virtual participants ends November 8, 2024, at 5:00pm. Refund Policy - No refunds. Pricing for Virtual Participant - $30 plus a $10 shirt shipping fee. *See below for more information on shirts. Awards - Placing in the 5K is reserved for in-person, race day participants only. Virtual participants cannot place. Shirts - Participants who register by October 23, 2024, will receive their shirt by mail. Participants who register after October 23, 2024, are not guaranteed a shirt or the size requested. Shirt Shipment - You will be sent your shirt, and shipping is only available for the continental US; there is no shipping outside the continental US. A $10 shipping fee applies, and the fee is built into the registration price. Please note, registration and shipping fee are non-refundable. -
Veterans Day 5K Ghost Runner
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 9th November 2024 (8:30AM EST)
$32.80
CLOSEDFor those wishing to help the veterans in our community without the commitment of putting on your running shoes. In the event you wish not to run or cannot attend, and you would still like to contribute to veterans in Middle Georgia, this signup is for you. We appreciate your donation. Registration Pricing - $30 *No shirt and not eligible to place. Refund Policy - No refunds. Awards - Placing in the 5K is reserved for in-person, race day participants only. Shirts - Shirts are not provided for ghost runners.
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