Race Information
The City of Lovejoy would like to invite you to the Lovejoy 5K Walk/Run hosted by Councilwoman Rosannette Kirby. The event will be taking place on Saturday, April 29th, 2023. The City of Lovejoy has a strong focus for education and bridging the gap between the community and government. We're excited to announce that 50% of the proceeds will be given to the Lovejoy High School .
The Lovejoy 5K Walk/Run is a great way to bring everyone together in a positive and active way. We encourage all friends, families, residents, and guest to come together for this amazing experience.
This event starts promptly at 8:00 AM. All participants should arrive no later than 7:15am, allowing participants time to check-in. Late attendees will not be able to participate due to the use of a rolling road closures. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact Lovejoy City Hall (770) 471-2304 - www.cityoflovejoy.com
Pre-Registration: $15
Includes: T-shirt, Medal, Gift Bag
Pre-registration sales end Thursday 04/27/2023
General Registration: $20
(Does not include T-Shirt or Gift Bag)
We look forward to seeing you there!
Event Schedule
April 27th: Last day to guarantee a shirt in your size.
April 29th:
7:00AM: Registration Opens
8:00AM: Race Starts
Registration
Race Partners
Course Information

We'll be running around the city of Lovejoy. Course map TBD
Awards and Goodies
We'll have awards as follows:
Medal Award Groups: Male and Female, 1st place and 2nd place:
9 and Under
10 to 18
16 to 19
20 to 29
30 to 39
40 to 49
50 to 59
60 to 69
70 +
Virtual Race
Can't make it out to the event site on race day?
Still want to participate or support the cause and have a shot at an award? or maybe you saw the shirt and said: "Sweet...I want one!"
Then the virtual race is for you.
New to Virtual Running? Here's how it works:
Step 1
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Get excited, grab some friends and buddies to join you! Sign up and register for the Virtual Event!
Step 2
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Hydrate, grab your buddy (or not) and get ready to get moving!
Step 3
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Get out there and run or walk! You can run at the park, your favorite route in your neighborhood; anywhere you want. Please remember to social distance & be safe!
Step 4
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HAVE FUN!~
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Share your distance, a selfie, or a picture along your race route and use the race hashtag:-)
Step 5
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Submit your results online
Step 6
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View your Results Monday after the Event Date.
Event Courtesy and Weather Policy
Our events are designed to be fun for the entire family. With that in mind; any
competitor, spectator, parent, volunteer, or sponsor, exhibiting unsportsmanlike conduct or interfering with the positive, competitive atmosphere of the event will be asked to leave the venue and course immediately with no refunds and be disqualified.
All registrations are final. There are no refunds, deferments, or transfers.
Event will take place rain or shine. In the event of extreme weather, we will cancel for the safety of the participants...there are no refunds in this case.
Participants that do not show up to race/event forfeit their right to any swag.
No COVID-19 Refunds. If unforeseen circumstances arise due to COVID-19, including any Federal or State Health Emergency, refunds will not be provided. The event will go 100% Virtual & shirts will be shipped to participants.