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Bookin’ It 5K

February 21, 2027
Sandy Creek Park
Athens, GA 30607 US

Information

The Friends of the ACC Library is an all-volunteer 501(c)3 non-profit organization with the mission to support the Athens-Clarke County Library and its services.  Think of us as the ultimate booster club!

Whether you walk or run, come join us for a great time at Sandy Creek Park for this family friendly event. Friends of the Library Members get $5 off registration. Please find the discount code in your email.

Not a Friend of the Library yet? Click here to join today! 

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!” 

Location

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

Bookin’ It Fun Run

Strikethrough Price: $20
Price: $15
Time: 8:30AM EST
Price increases after January 8, 2027 at 11:59pm EST

Bookin’ It 5K

Strikethrough Price: $35
Price: $30
Time: 9:00AM EST
Price increases after January 8, 2027 at 11:59pm EST

Virtual Bookin’ It 5K

Price: $30
Registration ends February 20, 2027 at 11:59pm EST

Registration Fees and Information

Bookin' It 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      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.

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

Long sleeve 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.

Race Series and Finishline Management


The Booking It 5K is proud to be a member of the Black Bag 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.

Any questions? Contact us today!

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Map Location

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