Etowah River Park Summer Classic - 5k/10k

Join Us for an Exciting Race!

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: Fast, flat course built for PRs.
• Certified Routes: 5K Route – USTF Certified course # GA18105WC: 10K Route – USTF Certified course # GA23084WC.
• Race-Day Energy: Live DJ & MC bringing the race-day energy.
• Photography: Free Race Photography.

Race Location

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

10K Run Club/Group Competition

• Team Registration: Run Clubs, Teams, Groups must register under Club/Team name.
• Minimum Members: Each team must have a minimum of 10 members to be eligible for scoring.
• Top Finishers: The top 5 finishers from each team will be scored to determine the fastest group.
• Bragging Rights: Show off your Run Club, Team's strength and bring home bragging rights!

Clubs and Teams, Show Your Spirit!

Wear your gear, wave your flags, and represent your squad. LET'S GO!

10K Prize Purse

A Local 10K with a Prize Purse? Yes!

• Top Male Finisher: $325.00.
• Top Female Finisher: $125.00.
• Third Place: $75.00.

10K Team/Group Competition Awards

• Top Three Teams: $400.00: $225.00: $100.00.
• Most Registrations: $300.00 to the team or club with the most 10K Registrations.

Timing Information

This event uses RFID timing provided by Performance Race Services.

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

Professional Photography

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

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

• 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.

Course Information

• 5K Route: USTF Certified course # GA18105WC.
• 10K Route: USTF Certified course # GA23084WC.

Awards – 5K & 10K

Individual Awards:

• Top 3 Overall Male & Female Finishers.
• Masters (40+) First Male & Female Finishers.
• Top 3 Male & Female Finishers in the following age groups: 18 and under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69.

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!