Fat Boy 5K
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About the Race
Often imitated, but never duplicated. The Fat Boy 5k is now in cities across America (Vegas, New Orleans, and more)! The ORIGINAL Fat Boy knows how to throw a 5k party. Join us early Saturday morning for some pre-race donuts and chocolate milk, and after the race for Manda sausage po-boys, Mockler beverages, Moon Pies, and Coca-Cola products. Chocolate Easter Bunnies for the winners. Enter as a skinny runner, or man up to the Clydesdale division (Athena for ladies), or bring your friends and ...
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Common questions
How hard is the Fat Boy 5K 5K?
We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.
What should I wear?
Dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, singlet plus visor when it climbs above 60°F. The race-day forecast above is the source of truth closer to the date.
When does it sell out?
No published deadline. Most races raise the entry fee in tiers and can sell out without warning — sign up early if you're committed.
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