Joshua Sampson Memorial 5K with Virtual Option
Updated
Saturday, January 30, 2027, first start 9:00 AM, in Athens (400 Bob Holman Road). Distances: 5K. Entry from $25; the 5K goes from $25 to $30 after January 3.
Course and race notes
This race is to honor the legacy and memory of Joshua Sampson.
Quick to lend a helping hand or quiet support to family and friends, Josh never expected accolades or recognition. He marveled people with his dry wit and creative problem-solving.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, January 30
2027 · in 84 days
Start time
9:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$25
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Sun Jan 3 (in 57 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Jan 30 (in 84 days)
Opened Oct 26, 2026
Race day in Athens
Weather
56° / 34°F
Typical high and low for January 30, with a 34% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Athens Ben Epps Airport, GA (6.2 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:32 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
9 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi, the nearest 0.3 mi away.
Nearest public restroom: 0.3 mi from the start.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Jan 29
Where to stay
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.