Mustard Seed 5K

3835 Johns Creek Pkwy
Johns Creek, GA 30024

Running > 5k

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Event Description

Mustard Seed is back for 2023!

Join us in Johns Creek/Cumming for a great morning with a 5K, music and food all to benefit Mustard Seed Communities in Nicaragua! 

The 5K will start promptly at 8 AM and we'll have great shirts & awards for the Overall M/F, Overall Masters M/F and the Top 3 in all the normal five year Age Groups from 10 & under to 75+.  Serious and recreational runners, walkers and strollers are all welcome!  USATF Certified course & AJC Peachtree Qualifier.  Come out for a great time or just to support the cause; virtual option available too!

Event details and schedule

Event Beneficiary

Proceeds go to support the Saint Brigid Mustard Seed Ministry dedicated to supporting the work of Mustard Seed Communities in Nicaragua serving abandoned children with disabilities and uplifting marginalized communities.   www.mustardseed.com

 

Entry Fee & Registration Info

Preview Pricing (ends 4/29)

  • 5K:  $30
  • 5K-No Swag:  $25
  • Virtual 5K:  $30

Regular (ends 7/30)

  • 5K:  $35
  • 5K-No Swag:  $30
  • Virtual:  $30 

Late Registration (until Aug 7)

  • 5K:  $40
  • 5K-No Swag:  $35

Last Day to register to guarantee a shirt in your size 7/26 

Raffle Tickets - purchase tickets to win one of many awesome Gift Cards & prizes!  Purchase more tickets to increase your chances!
$2 - one raffle ticket
$10 - six raffle tickets
$20 - 15 raffle tickets

 

Course & Timing

We're in North Georgia, and there's not much that anyone can call flat & fast.  However, this is a pretty course and the bulk of it is flat...just a few short hills. 

USATF Certified course & AJC Peachtree QualifierImage

Course #:  GA16042WC

 

Virtual Running - How it works & Link for Time Submission

Can't make it out to the event site on race day?

Still want to participate or support the cause and have a shot at an award? or maybe you saw the shirt and said:  "Sweet...I want one!"  Then the virtual race is for you.  Run when & where you want, just submit your time by end of Race Day.  We'll ship out virtual packages the Monday after event date! *Shipping available for continental US only.

New to Virtual Running?  Here's how it works:

Step 1

Get excited, grab some friends and buddies to join you!  Sign up and register for the Mustard Seed 5K Virtual!

Step 2

Download your Custom Digital Bib below!  Hydrate, grab your buddy (or not) and get ready to get moving!

Step 3

Get out there and run or walk! You can run at the park, your favorite route in your neighborhood; anywhere you want.   Please remember to social distance & be safe!

Step 4

HAVE FUN!~

Share your distance, a selfie, or a picture along your race route and use the hashtag #Mustardseed5k #fivestarntp #fivestarrunning

Step 5

Submit your results directly on RunSignUp.com

You can submit your race time on the Virtual Results page anytime through the end of race day.

Step 6

View your Virtual Results HERE Monday after the Event Date.

 

Awards & Goodies

Great Award Medals in the following categories:

  • Overall M/F
  • Overall Master's M/F
  • Top 3 in each of the normal 5 year age groups 10 & Under through 75+. 

Awesome race shirts (guaranteed in your size if you register by 7/26.  Afterwards they're available while supplies last. 

We'll also have a race day raffle with great prizes!  Pre-purchase tickets during registration or race morning!

 

Teams

Running is more F-U-N together, even if we're far apart! 

Grab your friends, co-workers, neighbors or family and participate as a TEAM.  Your TEAM can be local or across the states; virtual participants will have their shirts shipped!  Teams of 5 or more receive discounts off their registration, discounts below.

  • 5+:     $2.50 off
  • 11+:   $3.75 off
  • 21+:   $5 off
  • 51+:   $6.25 off
  • 100+:  $7.50 off
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Event Schedule

July 26th

  • Last day for guaranteed Shirt in your size

 

August 5

  • Early Packet Pickup TBD



August 6

  • 7:00 AM - Race Day Registration & Check in opens
  • 8:00 AM - 5K Starts

 

Event Courtesy & Refund Policy

Our events are designed to be fun for the entire family. With that in mind; any competitor, spectator, parent, volunteer, or sponsor, exhibiting unsportsmanlike
conduct or interfering with the positive, competitive atmosphere of the event will be asked to leave the venue and course immediately with no refunds.

All registrations are final. There are no refunds, deferments, or transfers.

Event will take place rain or shine. In the event of extreme weather, we will cancel for the safety of the participants...there are no refunds in this case.

Participants that do not show up to race/event forfeit their right to any swag.

No COVID-19 Refunds.  If unforeseen circumstances arise due to COVID-19, including any Federal or State Health Emergency, refunds will not be provided.  The event will go 100% Virtual & shirts will be shipped to participants.

 

Five Star Championships & Turkey Trot

All participants will automatically qualify for FREE entry into one of the 2023 Five Star Thanksgiving Turkey Trots. See event website
 

Top finishers will also have the opportunity to earn a spot in the Championships held in January 2024. The number of spots available is based on the total registration. See event website


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