Run 4 Vets 5K

Event Overview

The Pike County American Legion serves and honors all of America’s military Veterans, to include their families in and around the Pike County, Georgia community. This includes providing assistance to Veterans with physical, mental, emotional, and financial needs. Within its Veteran and Community programs, Post 197 provides information and education on Veteran’s affairs, Patriotism, and Americanism. The only way we can serve Veterans and the Community is through the community’s generous financial support. Participation in the event will help to assist Post 197 continue its Veteran and community programs.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
• Location: 23 Society Street, Concord, GA 30206
• Start/Finish: Fire Station in Concord, GA
• Parking: Available in designated areas with a short walk to the start line

Race Schedule

• Race Day Registration / Packet Pick-up: 8:00 AM-8:45 AM
• 5K Race Start Time: 9:00 AM
• 1K Kids Fun Run Start Time: 10:00 AM
• Awards Ceremony Start Time: 11:00 AM (approximately)

Registration Information

• T-shirt Guarantee Deadline: Friday, October 30, 2026
• Online Registration: Until 11:59 PM on November 12, 2026
• In-Person Registration: Until 8:45 AM on race day
• Honor a Veteran: Name on T-shirt for $50 donation (deadline 10/31/2025)

Race Details

• Course Distance: 5K (3.1 miles), not chip timed
• Awards: Overall and age group winners will receive a medal
• Family-Friendly Event: Inflatables for kids to play on
• 1K Kids Fun Run: For youth ages 9 and under, all participants receive a prize

Participant Information

• T-Shirt: All registrants receive a race T-shirt, bib, course support, and refreshments
• Course Description: Paved roads, well marked with volunteers
• Water Station: Available halfway through the course
• Safety: Open course: participants should be aware of vehicles

Awards

Awards will be given for 1st and 2nd place for male and female runners in the following categories:

• Overall Winner
• Veterans
• Age Groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+

Additional Information

For more details and to register, visit Run 4 Vets 5K.