Home Run 5k
Home Run 5k is a running race on June 5, 2027 in Americus, GA, with entry fees from $10 to $25.
- Date
- June 5, 2027 (257 days to go)
- Price
- $10–$25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Home Run 5k and 1M Fun Run will be held in beautiful Americus, Georgia. The route begins at Americus First Methodist Church and winds through historic homes in the neighborhood. Every dollar raised by this event directly benefits the Americus Campus of The Methodist Home. This race is being held in memory of a friend of the home, Jay Williams.
Each participant will receive a t-shirt and snacks at the finish line, as supplies last. Finisher's medals will be available to all children under 14 (and as requested for adults as supplies last)
5k Age Group Categories:
0-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80+.
We will recognize the first, second and third overall male and female as well as first master's overall male and female. Overall winners will receive a cash prize and will be ineligible in the age group categories. All winners will receive a special piece of artwork created by our girls at the Methodist Home.
Packet Pickup will take place at the church (Americus First Methodist Church) on race day beginning at 6:30am and concluding at 7:45am.
Events
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
88°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Americus, 2 mi from the venue.
About Americus, GA
Population
15,910
as of 2023
City Elevation
385 ft
Nearest Airport
ABY
Southwest Georgia Regional Airport · 37 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 109 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
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
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Waiting For?
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257
Days to train
- Race
- Home Run 5k
- Date
- June 5, 2027
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Home Run 5k
Jun 5, 2027