From the Organizer
VALDOSTA 5K
Saturday - July 4th – event starts at 7:30 AM
Proceeds to benefit Valdosta State University Cross Country Programs
5K Course: Starts on Sustella Avenue, turn right onto Baytree Road, turn left onto North Oak Street, turn right onto Moore Street, turn right onto Williams Street, turn right onto Mary Street, turn right onto Sustella Avenue and finish in the VSU Complex parking lot on Sustella Avenue.
Location Address: Complex – 401 Baytree Road – Valdosta – 31602 – parking lot driveway is on Sustella Avenue.
Awards: Overall Female/Male, Master Female/Male – top 2 in each age group – 11 & Under, 12 to 14, 15 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69 and 70 & Over.
Entry Fee: $15.00 through July 3rd – $20 on Race Day – July 4th. There is a Family Discount through July 3rd – [Families of 4+ with Parent(s)/Children 18 years and under] $45 if received by July 3rd. No Family Discount offered on race day – all race day $20 fee. Please bring exact change – no refunds or swapping of entries.
No T-Shirt
Race Course closes at 8:30am - all participants are expected to be finished within 1 hour, by 8:30am.
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
91°
Typical Low
71°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Valdosta 2 S, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Valdosta, GA
Population
55,222
as of 2023
City Elevation
216 ft
Nearest Airport
VLD
Valdosta Regional Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
JAX
Jacksonville International Airport · 97 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Valdosta 5K?
- Valdosta 5K is a running race held in Valdosta, Georgia on July 4, 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 Valdosta 5K?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Valdosta, Georgia at 401 Baytree Road. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Valdosta 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Valdosta 5K
Jul 4, 2026