Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary Ribbit Run
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When is Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary Ribbit Run?
Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary Ribbit Run takes place on Saturday, March 7, 2026 in Athens, GA.
What distances does Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary Ribbit Run offer?
Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary Ribbit Run offers 2 events: Ribbit Run 5K, Phantom Runner.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ribbit Run 5K | 3.1 mi | $30.00 | Register |
| Phantom Runner | — | $25.00 | Register |
How much does Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary Ribbit Run cost?
Registration for Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary Ribbit Run starts at $25.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary Ribbit Run held?
Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary Ribbit Run is held in Athens, GA at 757 N. Chase Street.
About Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary Ribbit Run
Join us for a day of fun at the Burks Elementary Ribbit Run presented by Fleet Feet! Whether it’s our 5K Race, 1K Fun Run, or Tiny Tree Frog Trot, we have races for all ages and paces.
Enjoy a whole morning of family fun. We will have complimentary hot chocolate from Java Joy, food and coffee for purchase from Cafe Racer, sidewalk chalk, bubbles, and the playground will be open.
Register by Tuesday, February 10th, 2026, to receive a t-shirt. T-shirts will not be available to entries after February 10th, 2025.
All event proceeds go to fund the Ribbit Run, the popular after-school Tree Frog Run Club and the Burks Elementary PTO which provides support for teacher and school-wide projects.
Volunteer
Don’t want to run but still want to be involved? We are always looking for volunteers – no experience necessary. Sign up here!
Paper Registration Form
Early Packet Pickup
Early packet pickup and registration will be available on Thursday, March 5th at Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary from 4-5:30 PM and Friday, March 6th at Fleet Feet Athens from 4-7PM.
Fleet Feet
1694 S. Lumpkin Street
Athens, GA 30606
Venmo, Cash or Check will be accepted
Race Day Schedule
7:30 AM: Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration
NOTE: Race Day Registration will be available using RunSignup
8:30 AM: Ribbit Run 5K
9:30 AM: Tree Frog Trot 1K
10:00 AM: Tiny Tree Frog Trot
10:15 AM: 5K Awards
Awards will be available at the 5K Awards Ceremony at 10:15 AM. If you are unable to attend the ceremony, please contact us at ribbitrun5k@gmail.com.
Course
The 5K course starts and finishes at Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School. COURSE MAP
The Tree Frog 1K will start and finish at Johnnie Lay Burks Elementary School and will run a 1K portion of the 5K course. COURSE MAP
The Tiny Tree Frog Trot runs on campus around the loop in front of the school.
Interested in becoming a Sponsor?
Would you like to support this great school by becoming a sponsor for the Ribbit Run 5K? If so, contact ribbitrun5k@gmail.com for more information.
Awards
5K awards will be given to Overall Male and Female, Masters Male and Female, Burks Elementary Male and Female and to the following age groups:
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and Over.
Participation awards will be given to all Tree Frog Trot 1K and Tiny Tree Frog Trot.
Swag & Giveaways
Ribbit Run 5K: T-Shirt
Phantom Runner: T-Shirt
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