Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K and 1-mile Fun Run
Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K and 1-mile Fun Run is a running race on October 25, 2026 in Athens, GA, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- October 25, 2026 (108 days to go)
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Jack O'Lantern Jog is returning to Sandy Creek Nature Center this year. Come and enjoy a great race along the Oconee River Greenway that benefits Sandy Creek Nature Center.
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
72°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Athens Ben Epps Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Athens, GA
Population
126,987
as of 2023
City 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 Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K and 1-mile Fun Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
108
Days to train
- Race
- Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K and 1-mile Fun Run
- Date
- October 25, 2026
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Athens than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K and 1-mile Fun Run
Oct 25, 2026