Bookin' It 5K and Fun Run hosted by the Friends of the Library

Name: Bookin' It 5K and Fun Run hosted by the Friends of the Library
Start: 2026-02-22T08:00:00-05:00
Location: Sandy Creek Park and Lake Chapman

Schedule

Sun, 22 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 am

UTC-05:00

Location

Sandy Creek Park and Lake Chapman | Athens, GA

Whether you walk or run, come join us for a great time at Sandy Creek Park for this family friendly event.
Proceeds from the race help to support a wide range of programs and services at the library.
Participants are encouraged to dress up as their favorite book character!
Register Now: https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Athens/BookingItK
Race Day Schedule:
8:00AM Packet Pick Up and Race Day Registration
8:30AM Fun Run Start
9:00AM 5K Start
10:00AM Awards
Course:
The Fun Run starts at the Starting line on the circle, runs 3/4 of a loop around the circle and finishes on the beach access road at the 5K Finish Line.
The 5K course runs completely inside of the park on paved surfaces.
T-Shirts:
New this year: Long sleeve T-shirts! T-shirts are guaranteed for all runners who register by January 30, 2026. After that date, shirts will be available while supplies last.
Awards: 5K Awards are given to Overall Male / Female, Masters Male/Female and the following Male / Female Age Groups:
First Place in 5-year age groups: 10 and Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and Over
Fun Run participants will receive a participation surprise.
Make sure to visit the Results table and receive a sticker that will give you how you placed in your age group along with complete race statistics