Unity Wellness Center World AIDS Day Run/Walk
About the race
The 9th Annual Unity Wellness Center World AIDS Day Run/Walk is a 5K run or walk and a 1 mile walk.
World AIDS Day is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, show support for people living with HIV, and commemorate those who have died from an AIDS-related illness. Founded in 1988, it was the first ever global health day.
Unity Wellness Center provides HIV testing and counseling, HIV primary medical care, medical case management services, and HIV prevention education and awareness programs.
Awards and refreshments
Age group awards go to the top three overall male and female runners, and to the top male and female in each age group (18 & under, 19-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61+). A raffle and refreshments follow the run.
Restrooms
Bathrooms are located close to the start and finish area.
Registration deadlines
Standard online registration
- Closes at 11:59PM CST on Wednesday, November 11th.
- Tee shirt guaranteed if registered by October 31st.
Late and race day registration
- Online from 12am Thursday, November 12th, until 8am Saturday, November 14th.
- Friday, November 13th, 4-7pm at Red Clay Brewing Company in Opelika (encouraged). Offline registration is cash or check only.
- Race day from 7am. Offline registration is cash or check only.
Children and dogs
- Children and dogs are welcome.
- Dogs must be kept on leashes.
Bib and shirt rules
- Do not give your bib number to anyone else. Registrants and bibs must match up to ensure accuracy of awards and safety of all participants.
- Registrations after October 31st are not guaranteed a shirt.
Cancellation policy
Athletes can cancel their registration, but no refund is given.
No refunds are allowed for this race.
The course
Weather policy
- The race goes ahead in the rain.
- In the event of thunderstorms, the race is canceled.
- No refunds are given.
Race weekend schedule
Location
City insight: Auburn
Auburn is a city in Placer County, California, USA, and its county seat, within the Sacramento metropolitan area. It is known for its California Gold Rush history and is a registered California Historical Landmark. Summers are hot and dry, so spring and autumn are the best seasons to race.