19th Annual Bird Dog Breakaway October 3, 2026
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Waynesboro, Georgia
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 8 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us at Waynesboro City Park, located at 500 Shadrack Street, for a day filled with camaraderie and support for a great cause. All proceeds will benefit the Center for New Beginnings, which provides essential services to children and adolescents with special needs in the Waynesboro, Evans, and Millen communities. With registration options available online or on race day, and check-in starting at 7:30 AM, there’s no reason to miss out on this wonderful opportunity to make a difference while enjoying an active day outdoors. Don’t forget to secure your spot by September
Organiser's Description
It is through participants like you that make our event a huge success each year. By helping with our biggest fundraiser, you have made a big difference in the lives of many families. One of our guiding principles is that we seek to create a team approach by serving as a bridge between families and service providers. Thank you for joining our team for this years race. For more information about us and our events please check out our website www.nbeginnings.org.
WHEN:
Saturday , October 3, 2026 8:30 AM-12PM
EVENT FEES:
5K & 2 Mile Walk- $35
Cross Country Teams 5K- $25 (groups of 10 or more)
Derby Dash & Pup Trot- $25
Adaptive (Special Needs) Dash- FREE
We accept cash, checks and credit.
WHERE:
WAYNESBORO CITY PARK
500 Shadrack Street, Waynesboro, GA 30830
REGISTRATION & TIME:
Online at runsignup.com or
Pick Up Form @ Center For New Beginnings 727 W 6th St. Waynesboro or
Register on race day from 7:30AM-8:00AM
CHECK-IN 7:30AM-8:00AM
5K and 2 Mile Walk 8:30AM
Immediately following:
Derby Dash 1 Mile (6-12 yrs.)
50 Yard Pup Trot (5 yrs. & under)
1/4 Mile Adaptive Walk (all ages)
The 5K and Kids 1M Derby Dash are timed electronically
PACKET PICK-UP
Friday October 2, 2-5 pm @ Center For New Beginnings 727 W 6th St ,Waynesboro
or
Saturday @ Waynesboro City Park
***MUST BE REGISTERED BY SEPTEMBER 11 TO BE GUARANTEED A RACE T-SHIRT***
PARKING AND ATM INFORMATION:
Parking is available nearby at KJ's Supermarket & The Wimberly House
ATMs are located at the following: Walgreens (400 S Liberty St), and First National Bank (308 S Liberty St & 626 N Liberty St).
FAQS:
Are strollers allowed? YES
Are dogs allowed? YES, as long as they are leashed
Can I walk the event? YES
When and where are results posted? Results are posted on www.runsignup.com and Center For New Beginnings Facebook Page within 24 hours of the event.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Contact:
Kim Boothe, Race Director
kim@nbeginnings.org
www.nbeginnings.org
706-437-0505 or 706-225-9582
Races
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Bird Dog Breakaway 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt Included With Registration
Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.10
Lace up for a dog-gone good time at a 5K where every step (or nap!) helps our pack reach the finish line for a great cause! -
2 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt Included With Registration
Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.10
Join the pack for a paws-itively perfect 2-mile stroll where every wag and step makes a difference for our community. -
School Cross Country Team 5K (10 Runners or More / $25 Per Runner)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt Included With Registration
Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$27.50
Get your pack together and unleash your school spirit to see which campus can lead the way as the top dogs of this 5K! -
Derby Dash Kids Race
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt Included With Registration
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$27.50
Ready, set, zoomiesits time for our younger pups to show off their speed in a 1-mile dash thats all about fast feet and fur-tastic fun! (6-12 year olds) -
Pup Trot Toddler Race
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt Included With Registration
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:55AM EDT)
$27.50
Get ready for the Pup Trot, where our littlest hounds can wag, wiggle, and race their way to a fur-tastic finish! (5 years and under) -
Adaptive Walk
Incl. T-Shirt Included With Registration
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:45AM EDT)
Free
Join the pack for an all-access amble where every pace is welcome and every wag counts toward a finish line medal. -
Corporate Teams (Group of 10 or More / $25 Per Runner)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt Included With Registration
Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$27.50
Gather your pack and trade the office for the outdoors to see if your company has what it takes to be the top dogs of the corporate challenge! -
"Good Boy" Donor
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$27.50
For someone who just wants to be a "good boy" and help the cause without the cardio.
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