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FREC 5k Race Series Presented by Michelob Ultra and Coca-Cola Bottling Company

Date
October 3 – November 21, 2026
Distance
FREC 5K Race Series - Presented by Michelob Ultra and the Coca-Cola Bottling Company · 5K Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Run - Presented by Phoebe Putney Health System · Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Run - 1 Mile Fun Run & more
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From the Organizer

Michelob Ultra and the Coca-Cola Bottling Company are proud to present the 5th annual Flint River Entertainment Complex 5K Race Series hosted at the Veterans Park Amphitheatre in Downtown Albany.

The Race Series will have two registration options. Runners who only want to participate in a single 5K Event should choose their race of choice, and pay a $30 registration fee. Single race registration fees will include entry to the race and a race day t-shirt. Runners who would like to participate in the complete race series (all three races) should choose the FREC 5K Race Series – All 3 Races option, and pay a $75 registration fee. Series race registration fees will include entry to all three 5K race events, a t-shirt for each race, and a commemorative series medal (must complete all three races to receive a medal).  

There will also be a 1- Mile Fun Run open to all ages, available for $10 (does not include a race series shirt).

*Each race will start and finish at the Veterans Park Amphitheatre.  Each event will have its own unique course.  

RACE SCHEDULE

October 3 - 9 AM - FREC 5K Race Series (Pink Run presented by Phoebe Putney Health System) 

October 24 - 9 AM - FREC 5K Race Series (Monster Dash presented by Five Star Credit Union)

November 21 - 9 AM - FREC 5K Race Series (Turkey Trot presented by CBS44 South GA TV)

Runners will be able to pick up race packets on race day during registration time, prior to the start of each race.

Grand Prizes will be presented at the end of the final 5K event for the overall best time in all three races - 1st place, 2nd place, and 3rd place.  Runners must participate in all three races to be considered for Grand Prize and to receive a race series medal.  


Good luck and let’s have fun!

Events

FREC 5K Race Series - Presented by Michelob Ultra and the Coca-Cola Bottling CompanySat, Oct 3 · 9 AMRegister →
5K Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Run - Presented by Phoebe Putney Health SystemSat, Oct 3 · 9 AMRegister →
Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Run - 1 Mile Fun RunSat, Oct 3 · 9:15 AMRegister →
5K Monster Dash - Presented by Five Star Credit UnionSat, Oct 24 · 9:15 AMRegister →
Monster Dash - 1 Mile Fun RunSat, Oct 24 · 9:15 AMRegister →
5K Turkey Trot - Presented by CBS 44 South GA TVSat, Nov 21 · 9 AMRegister →
Turkey Trot - 1 Mile Fun RunSat, Nov 21 · 9:15 AMRegister →

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

83°

Typical Low

62°

Chance of Rain

22%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Albany 3 Se, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:32 AMSunset 7:21 PMDaylight 11h 48m

Host City

About Albany, GA

Population

67,939

as of 2023

Elevation

182 ft

Nearest Airport

ABY

Southwest Georgia Regional Airport · 3 mi

Major Hub

ATL

Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 144 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

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Days to train

Race
FREC 5k Race Series Presented by Michelob Ultra and Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Date
October 3 – November 21, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the FREC 5k Race Series Presented by Michelob Ultra and Coca-Cola Bottling Company?
FREC 5k Race Series Presented by Michelob Ultra and Coca-Cola Bottling Company is a running race held in Albany, Georgia on October 3, 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 FREC 5k Race Series Presented by Michelob Ultra and Coca-Cola Bottling Company?
Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Albany, Georgia at 100 Oglethorpe Blvd, Albany, GA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the FREC 5k Race Series Presented by Michelob Ultra and Coca-Cola Bottling Company?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

FREC 5k Race Series Presented by Michelob Ultra and Coca-Cola Bottling Company

Oct 3, 2026

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