Publix Woodstock 5K

The Publix Woodstock 5K is a 5K road race held on Woodstock Avenue in Anniston, Alabama, featuring a Kidstock 1K for children ages 1 to 11. The main race begins early in the morning, followed later by the kids' race, attracting over 1,000 runners and walkers annually. Hosted by the Anniston Runners Club, it also serves as an RRCA Alabama State 5K Championship event, drawing both local participants and competitive runners seeking awards. The race is among the longest-standing footraces in the Southeast, and its competitive nature is reflected in the prize structure. Overall winners receive cash and running-store gift cards, masters winners also receive payment, and a bonus is awarded to anyone who breaks the course record. The existing records are swift for a local 5K, standing at 14:05 for men and 16:06 for women. Participants in both the 5K and Kidstock 1K receive medals, teams can contend for cash prizes based on size and speed, and the event concludes with awards and local vendors.