Events
Place
Sandy Creek NATURE CENTER
Athens, GA US 30607
Description
The Jack O'Lantern Jog is returning to Sandy Creek Nature Center this year. Come and enjoy a great race along the Oconee River Greenway that benefits Sandy Creek Nature Center.
Race Day Schedule
1:00PM Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup
2:00PM Goblin 1-Mile Fun Run / Walk
2:30PM Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K Run / Walk
3:30PM Awards
Registration Fees
Goblin 1-mile Fun Run
Start Time:2:00pm EDT
Price:$25.00 Race Fee + $3.15 SignUp Fee
Price increases to $30.00 + $3.44 after October 17, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT
5K Jack O'Lantern Jog
Start Time:2:30pm EDT
Price:$25.00 Race Fee + $3.15 SignUp Fee
Price increases to $30.00 + $3.44 after October 17, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT
Course
The course runs on paved surfaces and stays completely within Sandy Creek Park.
The course is USATF certified (GA19034DJ) and can be used as a Peachtree Qualifier.
Awards
Unique, themed awards are given to Overall Male / Female, Masters Male/Female and the following Male / Female Age Groups:
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
Children in the fun run are promised a big bag of candy and a finishers medal.
Race Series and Finishline Management
The Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K is proud to be a member of the Black Bag Race Series and the Clover Glove Race Series.
Finish line management and timing provided by Classic Race Services.
What if it Rains?
We get wet! Race start time may be delayed in 15-minute increments if storms are in the area. Sorry, no refunds due to inclement weather.
Check the weather.
Race Contact Info
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