The $5K is designed as a low-key race for the athlete who wants to run a tune-up race to prepare for their targeted event, the novice who may be intimidated by larger events, and runners/walkers who want an event to test themselves without breaking the bank. 

Each monthly race is geared to give you, the runner, a chance to test your abilities, concentrate on your technique, and converse with other people in the running community without feeling overwhelmed with crowds, vendors, award ceremonies, etc.  We keep it small while still providing you with an official chip-timed 5K event!

For those wanting a little more competition - the $5K Race Series is one 5K per month (always the 2nd Tue) from April - October.  Runners are awarded points based on finishing times and awards are given at the October race.  Learn more by clicking on the link under RACE INFO.

COST:  $5.00.       No TCTC discount.  No refunds, transfers, or deferrals allowed for this race.

In the event the race should be cancelled for reasons beyond the control of the Race Directors (inclement weather or unsafe weather conditions; local, state, or national emergency; etc.), the race directors will do their best to reschedule the affected race(s) for the following Tuesday.

NO PETS ALLOWED - participants will not be issued a bib and/or DQ'd!
HEADPHONES DISCOURAGED - talk to your fellow runners!  Most of them are actually nice!
STROLLERS ALLOWED - but please start in the back of the pack!  It's chip-timed...so you can pass on the greenway!

ATTENTION:  RACE CAP IN EFFECT

Registration for this race is limited to 150 participants.  After that, a wait list goes into effect. You will receive an email from the wait list and will then have 24 hours to register for the race.  Race Day registration is available only through participant devices.  No registration kiosks will be available at the race.

2025 Dates and Times

Registration is now open for the earlier 2025 races.

Tuesday, April 8, 2024 at 6:30pm  - Register Here
Tuesday, May 13, 2024 at 6:30pm  - Register Here
Tuesday, June 10, 2024 at 6:30pm  - Register Here
Tuesday, July 8, 2024 at 6:30pm  - Register Here
Tuesday, August 12, 2024 at 6:30pm  - Register Here
Tuesday, September 9, 2024 at 6:30pm  - Register Here
Tuesday, October 14, 2024 at 6:00pm (Starting earlier for daylight finish, followed by Award Ceremony)  - Register Here

Location

The events will occur at Jamison Park (285 Meadowlark Drive), which is located next to Meadowlark School (401 Meadowlark Dr.) The course is a flat out and back on the Muddy Creek Greenway that starts at Jamison Park, turns around at the aid station, and returns to the park. This is a PR course for the competitive and nice easy course for the novice.

Course Map

We'll be using a new course beginning in 2021 with the start/finish closer to the Jamison Park shelter and the parking lots.

Registration

Click here for the Race Series page and links to Online Registration for each race.

As the name says, the race fee is $5. 

Registration ends 20 minutes prior to each race and can be done at RunSignUp.  All registrations must be done online.  So be sure to register prior to the race.

Bib pickup will begin 45 minutes prior to the race.

Volunteers:
Yes, we need you.  Contact Terry Wilmoth:  tlwilmoth@gmail.com

General Information:
This $5-5K race series is sponsored by the Twin City Track Club.  You do not have to be a TCTC member to participate.  However, we think you would enjoy the benefits of a TCTC membership and we would love to have you.