Big Red Apple 5K & Fun Run
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
- Price
- $20–$35
From the Organizer
The Big Red Apple 5K, presented by First Baptist Church of Cornelia, begins and ends at the church and the course goes through the Cornelia City Park. The One Mile Fun Run is 4 laps around the church property. Participants will receive a t-shirt, finisher medal, and official race timing. Awards will be presented to the overall male and female winner, as well as age group category winners.
*You must be registered by Sept. 6th to be guaranteed a shirt. All those registering through race day will receive shirts while supplies last.
Packet pick-up will begin at 7:45AM on race morning.
Jazzercise will lead a warm-up before the race and BSG Coffee will be on site with coffee to energize you for the race or for a nice treat afterwards.
Proceeds will benefit the children & youth ministries at First Baptist Cornelia. If you or your business is interested in sponsoring this event, please visit our sponsor page here. We appreciate your support!
Participants are encouraged to check out the Big Red Apple Festival in Downtown Cornelia after the race! 🍎🍎🍎
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
78°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cornelia, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cornelia, GA
City Elevation
1,404 ft
Nearest Airport
PDK
DeKalb Peachtree Airport · 62 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 79 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Big Red Apple 5K & Fun Run
- Date
- September 19, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Big Red Apple 5K & Fun Run?
- Big Red Apple 5K & Fun Run is a running race held in Cornelia, Georgia on September 19, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Big Red Apple 5K & Fun Run?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Cornelia, Georgia at First Baptist Church. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Big Red Apple 5K & Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Big Red Apple 5K & Fun Run
Sep 19, 2026