Joshua Sampson Memorial 5K

FEB
7
2026
Honor the legacy of Joshua Sampson with a community 5K at Sandy Creek Park in Athens on Feb 7, 2026. Run or walk in person or take the virtual 3.1 mile option and join others in a meaningful memorial event.
Sat 7 Feb 2026
5 kilometers

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Joshua Sampson Memorial 5K with Virtual Option

The event is scheduled for Saturday, February 7, 2026, in Athens, GA (30605) at Sandy Creek Park, Pavilion #2, 400 Bob Holman Road. It is presented as a memorial 5K to honor the legacy of Joshua Sampson and includes in-person and virtual options.

Event details

  • 5K Run/Walk
  • Virtual 5K

Entry fee is listed as $25; the price increases after January 11, 2026. Race day registration and packet pickup are available. A paper registration form and a course map are provided by the organizer.

The Sandy Creek Park course is USATF certified (GA19034DJ). The virtual option allows participants to run the 3.1 miles anywhere and submit a time via the event results system. Virtual runners are not eligible for race day awards. T-shirts must be picked up from Fleet Feet or on race day.

Awards are given for Overall Male and Female, Masters Male and Female, and in 5-year age groups from "10 and Under" through "80 and Over."

Finishline management and timing are provided by Classic Race Services. The event is a member of the Black Bag Race Series. In case of storms, the start may be delayed in 15-minute increments; there are no refunds for inclement weather. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.