FAME Academy 5k | Fun Run for Brookhill FAME Academy 5k | Fun Run for Brookhill
Saturday, 17 August 2024· 08:30· Athens, AL, 35611, US
About this race
Come join FAME Academy @ Brookhill for their first annual 5K and 1 mile fun run. ALL paces are welcome.
DESCRIPTION: FAME Academy at Brookhill is a K-3 fine arts academy where fine arts meet education. As a way of bringing Fine arts into our run, we would like to encourage all participants (and spectators) to dress as your favorite film character or hero as you run to help us raise money for overall campus improvements. Each registrant will receive a FAME-ous 5K/ Fun Run shirt and a goodie bag. At the day of the event we will try to provide as many fun activities as possible to really create a fun experience for all.
All proceeds for this years run will go towards helping us raise the funds needed to pave the track in the back of the school. As a part of physical and health education, our students often utilize the track for physical activities and fitness testing. The track is also used for Field Day and other staff vs student related events. The safety of a non-paved track has always been a concern and has certainly limited students from being able to reach full potential. Through your support, we would like to provide the best for our students.
DAY OF EVENT SCHEDULE:
- 6:30am Registration & Same Day Packet Pick up opens
- 8:30am 5k Race start
- 10:00am Fun Run around the Track starts
- 11:00am Awards Ceremony
ENTRY FEE:
- 5k (also includes fun run)
- Early Registration (closes July 30th): $30
- Late Registration (After August 1st - August 12th): $40 - Cannot guarantee a shirt on race day
FUNRUN (only goodie bag):
- Early Registration (closes July 30th): $20
- Late Registration (After August 1st - August 12th): $30
- 5 & Under -- FREE
DAY OF REGISTRATION & PACKET PICK UP:
- Packet pick up will take place on race day @ Fame Academy at Brookhill from 6:30am ~ 8:00am
AMENITIES:
- T-SHIRTS: Shirts are guaranteed if registered before August 1st. Shirts are not guaranteed on race day for registrants after August 1st -- but we can still place the order and pick-up will be at shirt shop.
- Goodie Bag
5K AWARDS:
- Top 3 Males and Top 3 Females
- Top 3 Boys & Top 3 Girls ages 12 & under
FUN RUN AWARDS:
All participants will receive a ribbon
What to expect
Written from race dataThe FAME Academy 5k | Fun Run for Brookhill is scheduled for August 17, 2024, in Athens, AL. This event serves as a fun run to benefit Brookhill FAME Academy. While specific details regarding its historical inception are not provided, fun run events like this are often annual fundraisers designed to foster community engagement and support the educational institution. Participants can anticipate a family-friendly atmosphere focused on participation rather than competitive speed, making it accessible to runners of all ages and skill levels. Participants can expect a generally flat and accessible course, typical of many community 5k fun runs. The terrain is likely to be a mix of paved roads and potentially some park trails within the Athens area. Conditions in August in Alabama are typically warm and humid, so runners should be prepared for the heat and ensure adequate hydration. While not explicitly stated, notable features of this race likely include its role as a community fundraiser, offering a chance to contribute to Brookhill FAME Academy, and the inherent enjoyment of a casual run within a supportive environment.
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Weather on the day
Sat, 17 Aug 2024Rain, Partially cloudy
27.6°C
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