Bookin’ It 5K

Information

The Friends of the Athens-Clarke County Library is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting the library and its programs, services, and resources.

Join us for our annual race at Sandy Creek Park! Choose between a 5K or a 1-mile Fun Run. Whether you walk or run, enjoy a fun, family-friendly day while supporting your local library.

Proceeds benefit library programs, services, and initiatives that strengthen our community.

And don't forget to dress up as your favorite book character! Get creative and show off your literary spirit as you run or walk!

Lace up, dress up, and join us for a great day supporting the library!

Location

Sandy Creek Park
400 Bob Holman Road
Sandy Creek Park
Athens, GA 30607 US View Location on Map

$20

$15

8:30AM EST

Price increases after January 8, 2027 at 11:59pm EST

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$35

$30

9:00AM EST

Price increases after January 8, 2027 at 11:59pm EST

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$30

Registration ends February 20, 2027 at 11:59pm EST

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Friends of the Library members receive $5 off each race registration! Not a friend yet? Join today using the link below. Your discount code will be sent to you by email.

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Registration Fees and Information

Bookin' It 1-Mile Fun Run

Start Time:8:30am EST

Price:$20 $15.00 Race Fee + $2.57 SignUp Fee

Registration:Price increases to $20.00 after January 8, 2027 at 11:59pm EST

Bookin' It 5K

Start Time:9:00am EST

Price:$35 $30.00 Race Fee + $3.44 SignUp Fee

Registration:Price increases to $35.00 after January 8, 2027 at 11:59pm EST

Virtual Bookin' It 5K

Price:$30.00 Race Fee + $3.44 SignUp Fee

Registration:Registration ends February 20, 2027 at 11:59pm EST

Virtual runners are not eligible for t-shirts or race day awards.

Race Day Schedule

8:00AM Packet Pick Up and Race Day Registration

8:30AM 1 Mile Fun Run Start

9:00AM 5K Start

10:00AM Awards

Course

The 1-Mile 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.

COURSE MAP

Virtual Option

Run your 3.1 miles anywhere. Submit your finish time by clicking on the RESULTS tab at the top of this page. Submit finish times no later than 12 noon on February 22. To submit a virtual time you must be registered as a virtual runner.

Virtual runners are not eligible for t-shirts or race day awards.

T-Shirts

T-shirts are guaranteed for all runners who register by January 22, 2027. 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.