Αγώνες 5K κοντά στην πόλη Valley

The Paint the Town Pink 5K Fun Walk Run begins in the evening at Woodruff Park in Columbus, Georgia. A survivor parade precedes the 6:30 p.m. run and walk. This October 5K offers separate fun-run and fun-walk options, allowing participants to race the distance or walk. The West Central Georgia Cancer Coalition presents this annual fundraiser. Early registrants receive event shirts. The route is within Woodruff Park. Runners are timed, and age-group winner medals are awarded for the run category. The event benefits the Neighbors Helping Neighbors Cancer Assistance Fund, which aids eligible local individuals and families undergoing chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or radiation treatment. All proceeds remain within the community. The survivor parade provides a clear focus before the 5K commences.

Support local charities at the Columbus Firefighters Charity 5K in CSU Woodruff Park. Awards for top overall and age groups. See the Top Firefighter in full gear compete. Special recognition for military and law enforcement.

The Holiday Classic Series is a three-race running series in Columbus, Georgia, held on Saturday mornings from late October to mid-December. It connects the Big Dog Howl 5K, Beat the Bird 5K and 10K, and Big Dog Jingle 5K. Most of the series consists of short road races, with a 10K option in the middle. Two races begin at 8 am and one starts at 9 am. Columbus Road Runners and Big Dog Fleet Feet organize the series, with a single registration for all three races. The fee covers race-specific merchandise, post-race refreshments, and chip timing. Runners completing all three races earn a series medal. Individual race awards are also presented, catering to participants aiming for specific results and those using the holiday races to maintain activity as winter approaches.

The Unity Wellness Center World AIDS Day Run/Walk is a $5 5K and 1-mile event in Auburn, Alabama, observed on World AIDS Day. The 1-mile walk begins first and is untimed. The 5K starts afterward as a timed run or walk. A virtual 5K or 1-mile option is available for remote participation. Race shirts can be added for $20. Entry with a shirt is complimentary for individuals living with HIV and for veterans. The event benefits the Unity Wellness Center, offering HIV testing and counseling, primary medical care, medical case management, and prevention services. Awards are presented to the top overall male and female finishers, and the top male and female in each age category. Refreshments and a raffle follow the race. The World AIDS Day observance, established in 1988 as the first global health day, aims to support people living with HIV and commemorate those lost to AIDS-related illnesses.

The Beat the Bird 5K & 10K begins at Hardaway High School in Columbus, Georgia. Both races start at 8:00 a.m. on a course that combines road and rail-trail sections. Separate registration is available for Columbus Roadrunners members and non-members. The event is included in the Holiday Classic Series and the Columbus Roadrunner Holiday Series. Participants registered for either series do not require individual race entry. Prizes are awarded to the top overall male and female runners, top masters finishers, and age group winners from 14-and-under to 70-plus. All participants will receive a medal.

The Auburn Toys for Tots 5K/10K is a holiday-season race series in Auburn, offering a 1-Mile Fun Run, a 5K, and a 10K. It is organized with the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program and the City of Auburn Department of Public Safety. The race centers on the toy drive. Participants are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy for children in need. Every runner in the 1-mile, 5K, and 10K receives a commemorative finisher medal and a long-sleeve race shirt.