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Sunday, September 20th, 2026
12 W 11th St, Columbus GA
1 Mile · 5K
68–87°F · low rain risk
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2025
69–93°F
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67–87°F
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64–85°F
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66–89°F
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72–81°F
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60–74°F
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64–86°F
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74–97°F
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70–87°F
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70–89°F
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About this race
You Matter 5K
Sponsored by Seventh Day Adventist Church
Run.Walk.Live
Raise Awareness, Promote Mental Health, Choose Life
Event Details
- Location: 12 W 11th St
- Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
- Race Start Time: 7:30 am for 1 mile, 8 am for 5K
- Cost: $25 for 5K: $20 for 1 mile
Race Information
- Distance: 1 mile fun run and 5K
- Course 5K: Course Map
- Course 1 mile: Course Map
- Awards 5K only: 1st, 2nd & 3rd overall: 1st Masters: under 14, 15-19, 10-year age groups up to 70: Male / Female in all categories
Registration Information
- T-Shirt: To be guaranteed a shirt, be registered by September 11th at 12 noon
- Packet Pick-Up: At Big Dog Fleet Feet at 12 W 11th St on Friday, Sept 18 from 3-6 pm and Sunday, Sept 20 from 6:45 - 7:25 am
- Proceeds: Benefit the HOPE Fund at the Pastoral Institute, a renowned counseling center in our community
- About H.O.P.E.: Helping Other People Endure, supporting those in tight financial situations prioritizing mental health
Additional Information
This 5K hosted on Sunday, September 20, is organized to promote mental health and create awareness for Suicide Prevention Month.
For more details, visit the event page.
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