Georgia Blueberry Festival 5K

Lace up your running shoes for the Georgia Blueberry Festival 5K, an invigorating road race set for June 6, 2026, in the charming "Blueberry Capital of Georgia," Alma. This event offers both a 5K and a 1-mile fun run, catering to all paces and ages. The USATF Certified GA24019WC 5K course is predominantly flat, making it an excellent opportunity for a personal best or even a qualifier for larger road races like the Peachtree 10K. Runners will enjoy scenic stretches, particularly along beautiful Lake Lure, with mile markers called out at miles 1 and 2 to help keep you on pace.

Starting bright and early at 7:30 a.m. for the 5K, with the 1-mile fun run following at 8:15 a.m., participants can expect typical race day conditions with historical highs around 91F and lows around 68F, and a 16% chance of precipitation. The race is a highlight of the 52nd Annual Georgia Blueberry Festival, an enduring celebration of Alma and Bacon County's rich blueberry heritage that dates back to 1974. Beyond the finish line, the festival atmosphere awaits with a blueberry pancake breakfast, a blueberry cooking contest, a car show, and various entertainment options. Unique to this event is the spirited First Responders Challenge, where local police, fire, and EMS departments compete for a traveling Victory Trophy, adding an extra layer of community spirit to the day.

Packet pickup is convenient, with an option on Friday, June 5th, at the white gazebo within the Blueberry Festival grounds, or on race day morning at the First Baptist Church, which also serves as a central location for the race start and festival activities. All 5K finishers will receive post-race healthy snacks, and top overall, masters, and grand masters finishers will be awarded special blueberry-themed gifts. This race isn't just a physical challenge; it's an immersive experience into a vibrant community festival, celebrating a beloved Georgia crop.