About Fayette Cares
Thanks to generous sponsors, and hundreds of caring runners, walkers, and volunteers, the High Cotton 5k/1k run/walk raises vital funding for Fayette Cares. Together we provide lasting solutions to end homelessness, break the cycle of domestic violence, and create stability and self-sufficiency from crisis. Click to learn about Fayette Cares, call (901) 465-3802 or visit FayetteCares.org for more.
Description
Run, walk or dance to first place in this super fun race!
The event features a scenic course, including a historic cemetery, and cotton-themed 5k awards presented at the Fayette County Chamber Cotton Festival, which offers live music, inflatables, games, food, a car show and more.
Adult registration is only $30 until August 23, children 17 & under $15. Bring the whole family and rally your friends so everyone can enjoy a memorable day of fun for a great cause!
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FINISH LINE VIDEO
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COTTON-THEMED AWARDS
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COTTON FESTIVAL FUN
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To registrants after 9/1 - We are incredibly humbled to announce all race shirts in every size are SOLD OUT! We strongly encourage you to continue to sign up to participate and support the mission of Fayette Cares with your registration for this event. High Cotton 5k shirts are unavailable and cannot be guaranteed on Race Day.
Place
Schedule of Events
PACKET PICKUP & REGISTRATION
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 3:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Somerville Methodist Church (race site)
202 S. East St., Somerville, TN 38068
RACE DAY
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 7:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Somerville Methodist Church (race site)
202 S. East St., Somerville, TN 38068
7:30 - 8:15 AM - Race day 5k check in
7:30 - 9:15 AM - Race day 1k check in
8:30 AM - HIGH COTTON 5K RUN/WALK START
9:30 AM - 1K FUN RUN
10:30 AM - AWARD CEREMONY: Presentation of cotton-themed 5k trophies and 1k fun run medallions at the Fayette County Chamber Cotton Festival featuring live music, inflatables, games, food, a car show and more.
FAQ's
REGISTRATION & PACKET PICKUP QUESTIONS
HOW DO I REGISTER?
Register online at www.FayetteCares.org/5k or scan this QR code
AM I GUARANTEED A RACE SHIRT?
Sign up by August 23rd to guarantee your shirt. Late sign ups will not be guaranteed a shirt.
WILL I BE ABLE TO CHANGE MY SHIRT SIZE?
We encourage those who want to swap shirts to ask about possible available sizes at check in. We'll do our best to make everyone happy but can't guarantee sizes unless you sign up by August 23st.
CAN I GET A RACE SHIRT IF I DO NOT WANT TO PARTICIPATE IN THE RACE?
Of course! Click to buy a shirt now! Your purchase supports the life changing work of Fayette Cares. You may pick up your shirt at any of the packet pick up locations.
WHERE DO WE PICK UP OUR PACKETS?
See the Schedule of Events page for details.
WHAT WILL WE RECEIVE AT PACKET PICK UP?
You'll receive your race shirt and a runner number. Early packet pickup also helps you avoid lines on race day. When you get your race packet early there's no need to check in on race day, just warm up, run and have fun!
CAN I PICK UP A PACKET FOR A FRIEND OR FAMILY MEMBER?
Yes! We can even bundle groups for easy pickup. Just call (901) 465-3802 x 221 a day or two before packet pickup and we can prepare your school, church, or work team packets.
RACE DAY QUESTIONS
WHERE IS THE RACE LOCATED?
Somerville Methodist Church, 202 S East St., Somerville, TN 38068
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WHAT TIME DOES THE RACE START?
5k Start - 8:30 am
1k Start - 9:30 am
WHAT IF IT IS RAINING ON RACE MORNING?
We get wet! Rain runs can be fun and refreshing!
WHEN SHOULD I ARRIVE?
Come early to enjoy great music and warm up! Arrive at least 30 minutes prior to race start. If you have not picked up your packet or are registering on race day, please arrive earlier.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO FIND A PLACE TO PARK?
Around 10-15 minutes. To avoid lines, please arrive early.
WHERE DO I PARK?
Free parking is available in and around race start/finish.
ARE BABY JOGGERS/BABY STROLLERS ALLOWED IN THE RACE?
Yes, but please start towards the end of the pack to allow for competitive runners.
ARE WALKERS ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE?
You're welcome to walk, skip, or dance! But please start towards the end of the pack to allow for competitive runners.
WILL THERE BE AWARDS?
Cotton-themed 5k awards are presented based on age and gender. All 1k fun runners will receive a finisher medallion.
If you plan to run the 5k race, be sure the information on your runner number is correct. Do not swap your number with another runner as this may cause an award gender or age error.
WHEN ARE THE AWARDS?
The awards ceremony will begin at 10:30 am at the Fayette Co. Chamber Cotton Festival stage on the Somerville Court Square, a short walk from race start/finish.
If you have additional questions, please call (901) 465-3802 x 223 or info@fayettecares.org
Sponsorships
We thank all of our caring sponsors who support efforts to end homelessness, break the cycle of domestic violence and create stability from crisis.
Sponsorship opportunities are available at our upcoming dinner and auction gala - A Night of Southern Elegance. Contact us to discuss unique ways to help raise funds for Fayette Cares, provide creative marketing for sponsors, and make a great event for our participants.
Sponsorships@FayetteCares.org
(901) 465-3802 x 223
Race Contact Info
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Race Website
Additional race information can be found at https://www.fayettecares.org/5k/.
Course Map
Directions
First United Methodist Church 202 S. East Street Somerville, TN 38068
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