Publix Woodstock 5K
Publix Woodstock 5K is a running race on August 7, 2027 in Anniston, AL, with entry fees from $25 to $50.
- Date
- August 7, 2027 (335 days to go)
- Location
- 1301 Woodstock Ave, Anniston, AL
- Price
- $25–$50
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Welcome!
The historic Publix Woodstock 5K is the premier running event of Anniston, Alabama, hosted by the Anniston Runners Club (ARC). As one of the oldest continuous foot races in the southeast, the Publix Woodstock 5K has been proud to bring a fun and family-friendly environment to this community event that has been held since 1981. Also available is the Kidstock 1K for young rookie runners, occurring after the 5K finishes.
We invite runners, joggers, and walkers of all ages and abilities to join us on Woodstock Avenue in Anniston. For 46 years, the Publix Woodstock 5K has promoted the healthy benefits of running and fostered community participation in Anniston, Calhoun County, and beyond. The event also draws in elite runners and visitors from across the United States and other countries. Think you have it in you to win the whole race? Our overall awards feature a $500 cash prize, with an additional $500 ($1000 potential total) for any individual who breaks the course record (male or female division).
Want to bring in your friends? Check out our Team Challenge category! Team runners have a chance to win a cash prize for the team with the most participants, as well as for the fastest male, female, and coed team.
The Publix Woodstock 5K is made possible with the help of our coordinators, volunteers, and, of course, runners like you! Come run with us and sign up now! The Woodstock Flock is waiting for you to join!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Friday, August 6
11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Packet Pickup at Anniston High School, within the Kilby House in the middle of campus (1301 Woodstock Ave, Anniston, AL 36207).
We recommend you pick up your shirt and bib on this day – Race Day is hectic, and if you wait until race morning, you may have to wait in long lines!
NOTE: Other participants, friends, or family are allowed to pick up your packet. Tell us your name and/or bib number, and our volunteers will get you checked in.
Saturday, August 7 – Race Day!
** No Race Day Registration **
6:00 – 7:00 a.m. Last chance to pick up shirts and bibs.
7:15 a.m. – Call to the start line.
7:30 a.m. – Publix Woodstock 5K start!
9:00 a.m. – Kidstock 1K start in front of the finish line (NOT the 5K start line)
10:00 a.m. – Awards ceremony for the Publix Woodstock 5K Overall Winners, Masters, and Teams in AHS Auditorium. Age Group and All Kidstock awards will be handed out in the courtyard as soon as results are available. For official results, check the Results page online on RunSignup. QR codes will also be available. Results will be posted as soon as possible.
Water will be provided on the course and at the finish line. There are two water stops on the course: Mile 1 and Mile 2.
2027 Race Director: Landon Delozier
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
71°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Anniston Metro Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Anniston, AL
Population
21,377
as of 2023
City Elevation
838 ft
Nearest Airport
BHM
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport · 55 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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335
Days to train
- Race
- Publix Woodstock 5K
- Date
- August 7, 2027
- Location
- 1301 Woodstock Ave, Anniston, AL
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Publix Woodstock 5K
Aug 7, 2027