About This Race
Mark your calendars and get ready to lace up your sneakers!
The Rock & Run 5K | 3K Walk returns to Athens, Georgia on Saturday, August 8, 2026, bringing together runners, walkers, families, and community supporters for a morning of fitness, fellowship, and impact.
Whether you're chasing a personal record, enjoying a walk with friends, or supporting a meaningful cause, there's a place for you at the starting line.
Event Details
📅 Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
📍 Location: VFW Post 2872 – Athens, Georgia
🏃 5K Run
🚶 3K Community Walk
👕 Race Shirt Included with Registration
🏅 Finisher Recognition
Why We Run
Every registration, sponsorship, and donation helps support community-focused initiatives and scholarship opportunities that create lasting impact in Athens and beyond.
Together, we're building stronger communities—one step at a time.
Whether you run, walk, volunteer, sponsor, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation helps make a difference.
We can't wait to see you at the starting line on August 8, 2026!
The Rock & Run 5K | 3K Walk Team
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Athens Tech Foundation, VFW Post 2872 & Auxiliary
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