The 38th Annual Julie Diener 5k is a 5k run and 1 mile fun run that is held every year to honor the life of Julie Diener. Julie was a Southside High School student and cross country athlete who passed away in 1992 at the age of 18 in a car accident. For several years the Southside High School Wrestling Team has sponsored the race as their main fund raising event. It is an honor to remember Ms. Diener and her dedication to Southside High School and Southside Athletics.
5K Registration $30
$10 per participant for High School Cross Country Team Runners
$5 Fun Run
Shirts are $15 if you wish to purchase a shirt only or add a shirt to your registration
You may purchase a t-shirt on race day for $20 while supplies last, a very limited amount will be ordered.
Race day registration begins at 6:45am
Cash, Check or Venmo accepted day of race.
Awards: Top Overall Male and Female winners
Top 2 male and female in each age group.
Age Groups:
12 and Under
13-18
19-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+
Fun Run
Medal for all runners under 12
Pick up race packs or register onsite at 6:45 day of race. Race begins at 8am. Fun run will begin shortly after 5k is over approximately 9am.
Aug 21, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$10.00
Aug 21, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$30.00
Aug 21, 2027
Distance — 1.6K
Type — Running
09:00
$5.00
Aug 21, 2027
Distance — 38th Annual Julie Diener SHIRT ONLY
Type — Running
09:00
$15.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Rainbow City.
Learn more about the host city, Rainbow City.
Rainbow City is a city in Etowah County, Alabama, United States. It incorporated in 1950. As of the 2020 census, Rainbow City had a population of 10,191. It is part of the Gadsden Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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