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Saturday, September 26th, 2026
141 Clarkesville St, Cornelia GA
5K · 1 Mile
62–80°F · low rain risk
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2025
66–77°F
rain
2024
66–70°F
rain
2023
65–81°F
dry
2022
59–78°F
dry
2021
55–78°F
dry
2020
60–76°F
dry
2019
66–90°F
dry
2018
68–79°F
rain
2017
66–86°F
dry
2016
67–85°F
dry
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About this race
Big Red Apple 5K & 1 Mile Overview
The Big Red Apple 5K, presented by First Baptist Church of Cornelia, begins and ends at the Big Red Apple monument and the course goes under the iconic Tim Loves Tink bridge and through the Cornelia City Park. Participants will receive a t-shirt, finisher medal, and official race timing. Awards will be presented to the overall male and female winner, as well as age group category winners.
Registration Information
- Registration Deadline: You must be registered by Sept. 12th to be guaranteed a shirt.
- Race Day Registration: All those registering through race day will receive shirts while supplies last.
Race Day Details
- Packet Pick-Up: Packet pick-up will begin at 7:45AM on race morning.
Community Support
Proceeds will benefit the children & youth ministries at First Baptist Cornelia. If you or your business is interested in sponsoring this event, please visit our sponsor page here. We appreciate your support!
Post-Race Event
Participants are encouraged to check out the Big Red Apple Festival in Downtown Cornelia after the race! 🍎🍎🍎
Event Location
Date: 2026-09-26
Address: 141 Clarkesville St, Cornelia, GA
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