Veterans Day 5K - Macon

The 2025 Veterans Day 5K, hosted by the Cherry Blossom Festival, takes place at the Georgia Premier Cross Country Course at Middle Georgia State University in Macon, GA. The second annual 5K is part of Veterans Day weekend events honoring service members and benefiting the Georgia Department of Veterans Service Foundation, which helps veterans with utilities, rent or mortgage assistance and essential home repairs. The course is run on the university’s cross-country facility, with in-person, veteran, student, virtual, and ghost runner options.

Awards cover top finishers and age groups; a patriotic outfit prize is awarded. On-site packet pickup and parking are available; service animals welcome. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.