RMFL Strong 5K

Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location: Cartersville, GA; 155 Hamilton Crossing Rd. NW, 30120
Featured distance: 5K
Type: RUN

At a glance

Join the inaugural RMFL Strong 5K to celebrate perseverance, honor those fighting brain cancer, and help build community awareness.

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For a Cause

Who it's for

Faith & Community

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

This inaugural RMFL Strong 5K in Cartersville, GA, is a heartfelt event dedicated to celebrating the perseverance and spirit of those fighting brain cancer. Honoring Richard Lewis and all individuals navigating this diagnosis, your participation helps build awareness and community hope. The race features a super fast and flat 5K route within the recently upgraded Hamilton Crossing Park, offering a welcoming experience for runners and walkers alike. Awards will be presented to top finishers across various age and overall categories.

What to expect

Run a fast and flat 5K on the newly upgraded path system at Hamilton Crossing Park.
Awards will be given to overall, masters, and age group winners.
Participate in an event that builds awareness and community hope for those impacted by brain cancer.

Standout details

Inaugural 5K event
Supports brain cancer awareness
Fast and flat course
Awards for top finishers

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From the organizer

Register TODAY! For the Inaugural running of the “RMFL Strong 5K”! SUNDAY Morning - April 12th - 9:00 AM Start Time - Hamilton Crossing Park - Cartersville, GA!!! Make plans to join us for this unique 5K that celebrates perseverance, love, and the unbreakable spirit of those fighting brain cancer. This event being held in Honor of the Life of Richard Lewis along with all individuals and families navigating this diagnosis. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or walking in solidarity, your participation helps build awareness and reminds our community that hope is stronger when we move together! Join us to “RUN MORE FIGHT LONGER!!”

Race Route: The new race route (while still being finalized) will Start and Finish adjacent to the entrance of the recently upgraded Hamilton Crossing Park! If you’ve not been to Hamilton Crossing lately…you will be blown away!!! Tremendous Path system that will be utilized for a super fast and flat route!

Race Day Schedule of Events:

*8:00 AM: Race Day Registration Opens

*8:55 AM: Pre-Race Announcements

*9:00 AM: RMFL 5K Start Time

*10:15 AM 5K Awards

Pre-Registration Packet-Pick-Up: Will be held Saturday, April 11th. From 10 AM - 5 PM at the Big Peach Running Co. located at 402 E. Church St., Suite 107, Cartersville, GA.

Race Day Parking: There is plenty of Race Parking in Hamilton Crossing Park so don’t sweat that!

5K Awards :

5K Awards will be given to the following: *Top 3 Overall Male and Top 3 Overall Female Winners *Top Master’s Male and Top Master’s Female Winners *Top 3 Male & Female in the following Age Categories: 10-Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over

Please note, this is a Rain-or-Shine event!!

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