Black-eyed Pea 2025 Fun Run & 5K sponsored by UT Health East Texas
Sat, Oct 17, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Join the Athens community for a refreshing autumn run, offering both a timed 5K and a family-friendly fun run, complete with free T-shirts.
- Fun
- Competitive
Fun
CompetitiveGreat for
- Family Friendly
Family FriendlyThe Black-eyed Pea Fun Run & 5K, sponsored by UT Health East Texas and hosted by the Greater Athens Chamber of Commerce, invites you to a delightful autumn event. Enjoy the crisp October air as you choose between a timed 5K to challenge yourself or a family-friendly fun run. This community gathering promises excitement with new medal categories and a comfortable race day experience. Every participant receives a complimentary T-shirt, making it a wonderful way to connect and move.
What to expect
- A timed 5K for those ready to compete for their best time.
From the organizer
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.