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Kids Short 5K Fun Run

Black-eyed Pea 2026 Fun Run & 5K sponsored by UT Health Athens

Date
Saturday, October 17, 2026
OCT 17 Saturday, 2026
Registration open· closes Oct 18, 2026 Register on RunSignup

Events & distances

EventDistanceStartEntry feeRegistration
5K - Adult3.1 MilesOct 17, 2026, 12:00 PM$25.00until Oct 10, 2026Opens Apr 10, 2026 · Closes Oct 18, 2026
5K - Youth (12 & Under)3.1 MilesOct 17, 2026, 12:00 PM$0.00until Oct 18, 2026Opens Apr 10, 2026 · Closes Oct 18, 2026
Family Fun Run - Adult0.62 MilesOct 17, 2026, 12:10 PM$15.00until Oct 18, 2026Opens Apr 10, 2026 · Closes Oct 18, 2026
Family Fun Run - Youth (12 & Under)0.62 MilesOct 17, 2026, 12:10 PM$0.00until Oct 18, 2026Opens Apr 10, 2026 · Closes Oct 18, 2026

Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.

About Black-eyed Pea 2026 Fun Run & 5K sponsored by UT Health Athens

The Greater Athens Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to invite you back for another fantastic Black-Eyed Pea 5K and Fun Run sponsored by UT Health Athens! Join us for another terrific

Event Details:

Date: October 17

Time: 8:00 AM (packet pickup begins at 7AM)

Location: Cain Center YMCA

5K Course Map: Link

*Timed 5K: Compete for your best time.

*Family Fun Run (approx. 1K): Perfect for participants of all ages to join in on the fun!

*Free T-Shirts: Every participant gets one!

For more information, contact the Greater Athens Chamber at 903-675-5181 or athenstxchamber@outlook.com.

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