From the Organizer
Clover Glove Presents Old Folks Day 4K
(AKA as Senior Citizen Day)
Keel and Ryles Holiday and Clover Glove Race Series- All proceeds support 4-H.
WHEN: Run the race on August 21, 2026. Send finish times by navigating to cloverglove.com/races/2026-races/ and click on “Results” for this race, no later than no later than August 22, 2026.
WHERE: Anywhere
Special Rules: In recognition of Old Folks, everyone can subtract 1 second from their finishing time for each year of their age. Example: a 73 year old can subtract 73 seconds from their finishing time.
AWARDS: Black Bag & Clover Glove Points. Overall, Master 40+, Grand Master 50+, Senior Grand Master 60+ and Super Senior Grand Master 70+. Also, a special award to the oldest male and female runners. Registration: $14.44.
REGISTRATION: Available at Run Sign Up from the cloverglove.com webpage.
Contact: Roger Keel rkeel@mindspring.com Checks payable to Georgia 4-H Foundation. Mail: Clover Glove, Georgia 4-H,Hoke Smith Annex, UGA, Athens GA 30602
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Old Folks 4K?
- Old Folks 4K is a running event held in Athens, GA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Old Folks 4K?
- Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Athens, GA at 300 Carlton Street, Athens, GA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Old Folks 4K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Old Folks 4K
Aug 20, 2026