Etowah River Park Summer Classic - 5k/10k

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Join us for an exciting 5K/10K race, featuring a special 10K club/team competition! This family friendly event welcomes everyone: walkers, runners, back-of-the-pack participants, and speedsters alike, hosted by Cherokee Run Club.

✨ Race Highlights

• Fast Course: A flat course built for PRs
• Certified Routes: 5K Route – USTF Certified course # GA18105WC
• Live Entertainment: Live DJ & MC bringing the race-day energy
• Free Photography: Enjoy free race photography

📍 Race Location

Etowah River Park - 600 Brown Industrial Pkwy, Canton, GA 30114

🏆 10K Run Club/Group Competition

• Team Registration: Register under your Club/Team name
• Minimum Members: Each team must have a minimum of 10 members
• Scoring: Top 5 finishers from each team will be scored
• Bragging Rights: Show off your Run Club, bring home the crown!

💰 10K Prize Purse

The top three male and female finishers will walk away with cash:

• 1st Place: $325.00
• 2nd Place: $125.00
• 3rd Place: $75.00

Prizes will also be awarded to the top three teams:

• 1st Place Team: $400.00
• 2nd Place Team: $225.00
• 3rd Place Team: $100.00

⏱ Timing Information

This event uses RFID timing provided by Performance Race Services. To ensure your time is recorded accurately, please make sure your race bib meets the following guidelines:

• Visibility: Worn clearly on the front of your torso
• Condition: Not folded, wrinkled, or altered in any way
• Attachment: Secured with pins at all four corners
• Covered: Fully visible and not covered by gear

Live results will be available within minutes after you finish.

📸 Professional Photography

• True Speed Photos: On-site capturing all the race action, included with your registration. http://truespeedphoto.com/Home.cfm

📅 Packet Pickup

Early Packet Pickup

• Option 1: Wednesday, August 5 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Etowah River Park Amphitheater
• Option 2: Thursday, August 6 - TBD

Race Day Packet Pickup & Registration (Near Stage)

• 5:45 AM: Race day Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
• 7:15 AM: Race day Registration & Packet Pickup Closes
• 7:20 AM: 5K Warm-Up
• 7:30 AM: 5K Start
• 8:20 AM: 10 Warm-Up
• 8:30 AM: 10K Start - Wave A
• 8:35 AM: 10K Start Wave B

🏅 Awards – 5K & 10K

Individual Awards:

• Overall Finisher Awards: Top 3 Overall Male & Female Finishers
• Masters Awards: First Male & Female Finishers (40+)
• Age Group Awards: Top 3 Male & Female Finishers in various age groups
• Last Year’s Teams: Top 3 teams from 2025

🎁 Race Swag & Registration Details

To guarantee a race t-shirt, participants must register and select their shirt size by June 30th. Bring your energy, lace up your shoes, and join us for this summer classic. Together, we’ll make every step count!

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!

RAIN OR SHINE, THE RACE GOES ON!

For more information and to register, visit Etowah River Park Summer Classic - 5K/10K.