Run for the Children 10K
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Event details
The Run for the Children 5K, 10K and Fun Run takes place on Saturday, December 6, 2025, in Canton, GA. The event is the 22nd annual race hosted by The Service League of Cherokee County and is held at Etowah River Park. Distances and event options include:
- 5K
- 10K
- Fun Run
- Santa's Helper
Logistics and rules
Early packet pickup is scheduled at Fleet Feet, 1431 Riverstone Pkwy, Canton, on December 5. Race day registration and packet pickup are available; the race day registration fee is listed as $40. Standard registration prices shown are $35 for the 5K and 10K, $25 for the Fun Run, and $20 for Santa's Helper, with prices increasing after October 31, 2025. Shirts are guaranteed only for registrations received before November 1, 2025. Awards for the 5K and 10K include top 3 overall male and female, one masters overall male and female, and standard age groups from 10 and under through 70 and over; Fun Run finishers receive a commemorative ribbon. A $1,000 cash prize will be awarded to the school with the most participants. The 5K and 10K are qualifying events for the Atlanta Journal Constitution Peachtree Road Race. Timing is managed by BT Race Timing; this race is not chip timed and finish cards must be completed and turned in to the results board. No refunds are offered; races will proceed in most inclement weather unless cancelled by officials. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.