The Greater Athens Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to invite you back for another fantastic Black-Eyed Pea 5K and Fun Run sponsored by UT Health East Texas! This year, we're amping up the excitement with new medal categories and, best of all, much cooler weather than the last few years.
Event Details:
Date: October 18
Time: 8:00 AM (packet pickup begins at 7AM)
Location: Cain Center YMCA
*Timed 5K: Compete for your best time.
*Family Fun Run (approx. 1K): Perfect for participants of all ages to join in on the fun!
*Cooler Weather: Embrace the crisp autumn air as you cross the finish line.
*Free T-Shirts: Every participant gets one!
For more information, contact the Athens Chamber at 903-224-5088 or athenstxchamber@outlook.com.
Oct 17, 2026
Distance — 3.1 Miles
Type — Running
08:00
$25.00
Oct 17, 2026
Distance — 3.1 Miles
Type — Running
08:00
$0.00
Oct 17, 2026
Distance — 0.62 Miles
Type — Running
08:10
$15.00
Oct 17, 2026
Distance — 0.62 Miles
Type — Running
08:10
$0.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Athens.
Learn more about the host city, Athens.
Athens is a small city in the Blackland Prairie region of Eastern Texas.
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