Botaniczna Piątka Zielona Góra

There is a main 5 km race, listed as Dystans Główny, and a set of children's races listed as Biegi Dziecięce. The organiser sets out the age groups and distances for the children's events on the event page.

A 5 km distance is a common first race, and the event also puts on children's races, which gives it a friendly, family feel. If you are new to running, plan to arrive early, start towards the back of the field and treat the day as a steady effort rather than a hard race.

The organiser confirms the start and finish location closer to race day. Check the event page on botaniczna5.pl in the week before the race and read the final instructions, which usually include a map of the assembly area.

The organiser decides whether the event goes ahead in difficult conditions and will publish any change on the event website. Check botaniczna5.pl on the morning of the race before you set off, particularly if snow or strong wind is forecast.

Spectators are a normal part of a town race like this one, and on a 5 km course there is usually plenty of chance to see runners more than once. The organiser's final instructions list the best viewing spots near the start and finish.