Fleet Feet Firefly Five-Miler
- Date
- August 23, 2026
- Location
- 100 Dudley Park Road, Athens, GA
- Distance
- Fleet Feet Firefly Five-Miler · Virtual Fleet Feet Firefly Five-Miler
From the Organizer
Fleet Feet Athens / Oconee presents the Fleet Feet Firefly 5-Miler as a fund-raising event for the Firefly Trail Race Series. This distance fits perfectly into Half Marathon and Marathon training plans. Come run with us!
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
90°
Typical Low
69°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Athens Ben Epps Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Athens, GA
Population
126,987
as of 2023
Elevation
742 ft
Nearest Airport
PDK
DeKalb Peachtree Airport · 53 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 64 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Fleet Feet Firefly Five-Miler, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
76
Days to train
- Race
- Fleet Feet Firefly Five-Miler
- Date
- August 23, 2026
- Location
- 100 Dudley Park Road, Athens, GA
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Fleet Feet Firefly Five-Miler?
- Fleet Feet Firefly Five-Miler is a running race held in Athens, Georgia on August 23, 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 Fleet Feet Firefly Five-Miler?
- Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Athens, Georgia at 100 Dudley Park Road, Athens, GA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Fleet Feet Firefly Five-Miler?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Fleet Feet Firefly Five-Miler
Aug 23, 2026