2025 Explorer Dash 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run
Event summary
The fun continues with the 1-Mile Fun Run starting at 9:30 a.m., where all participants will receive a fun run medal! Don't miss out on the chance to enjoy a day filled with community spirit, fitness, and fun. Be sure to register by February 23, 2025, to secure your T-shirt and swag bag. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just want to enjoy a casual stroll with family, the Explorer Dash promises an unforgettable experience for everyone. Let’s make strides together for a healthier community!
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2025 Explorer Dash 5k (AJC Peachtree Qualifier)
Incl. $4.40 Fee & T-shirt and Swag Bag
Early Bird Deadline is February 8th! Register by Feb. 23 to receive a goody-filed tote bag and t-shirt. It is an AJC Peachtree Qualifying event! RACE DAY REGISTRATION: Runners may register for either race beginning at 7:15 A.M. on the day of the event. The onsite prices for the races will be $30.00 for the 1-mile race and $40.00 for the 5K. No registration forms will be accepted after 8:10 A. M. for the 5K and 9:00 A.M. for the 1-mile on race day. If paying with cash, ONLY EXACT CHANGE will be accepted. Race day registrants are not guaranteed to get a goody bag. *Participants for 5K race will be timed using timing chips. The awards ceremony for the top finishers of the 1 mile and 5K race will be held at the conclusion of the 1-Mile Fun Run. The top finishers in the following age divisions will receive awards for the 5K race: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over. Awards will also be given for the overall male winner and overall female winner of the 5K race. The USATF Certificate # is GA22052WC. Race was measured from the right lane. Runners must stay in right lane on the course. 5K Out and Back Race Route - Start 923 Forrest Blvd -Turn right out of parking lot - Proceed up Forrest Blvd towards Wiltshire - Turn left onto Wiltshire - Turn left onto Sussex Ave. - Turn left on Dartmouth Ave. - Go straight to go up Clarendon Place - Turn left on Clarendon Ave. - Turn right onto Kingstone - Turn right onto Berkely - Turn left on Wiltshire - Turnaround at sign/cone on Wiltshire - Retrace race route back to TMS parking lot to finish line
Entries closed8:30 AM EDT
$49.40
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2025 Explorer Dash 1-Mile Fun Run
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-shirt and Swag Bag
Early Bird Deadline is February 8th! Register by Feb. 23 to receive a goody-filed bag and t-shirt. RACE DAY REGISTRATION: Runners may register for either race beginning at 7:15A.M. on the day of the event. The onsite prices for the races will be $30.00 for the 1-mile race and $40.00 for the 5K. If you are paying with cash, it must be EXACT CHANGE ONLY. No registration forms will be after 9:15 A.M. for the 1 mile. Race day registrants are not guaranteed a goody bag. The awards ceremony for the top finishers of the 1 mile will be given at the conclusion of the race. Awards will be given for the top 3 overall male and female winners of the 1 Mile Fun Run. All Fun Run finishers will get a medal. Runners must be wearing a Fun Run Bib in order to receive a Fun Run Medal at the finish line. Fun run is not a timed event. Fun Run Route - Start at parking lot -Turn right on Forrest Blvd. - Proceed down Forrest Blvd towards Wiltshire - Turn left onto Wiltshire - Turn left on Sussex - Turn left onto Dartmouth - Continue down Dartmouth towards Willis Park - Racers will cut through park and end at the Museum School through park gate
Entries closed9:30 AM EDT
$38.70
Organiser's description
The 5K is a scenic course which winds through Avondale Estates and passes by the Avondale Lake. It is an out and back course with rolling hills and a downhill finish. The 5K will begin at 8:30 A.M. next to the TMS gym on Forrest Blvd. Race medals are being given to the top M/F overall 5K finishers and top finishers in every age category of 5K. THE 5K IS AN ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION PEACHTREE ROAD RACE QUALIFYING EVENT! The USATF Certificate # is GA22052WC. Race was measured from the right lane. Runners must stay in right lane on the course. The 1-mile Fun Run will start at 9:30 A.M. next to the TMS gym on Forrest Blvd. All Fun Run finishers (with Bib) will get a Fun Run medal! The Fun Run is not a timed event.
No dogs allowed on the racecourse.
T-SHIRTS AND SWAG BAGS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THOSE REGISTERED BY FEB. 23, 2025. THERE ARE NO T-SHIRTS FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER AFTER FEB. 23. The last day to register online for the 1 Mile and 5K is March 18. Race Day Registrants are not guaranteed a goody bag.
Bib Pick up will be on Friday (3/21) from 4:15-7pm in The Museum School gym. You can also pick up your bib the morning of race day. On the day of the race, the 5K bib pick up will be from 7:15am-8am and Fun Run bib pick up will be from 7:30-9am.
The race will be held rain or shine. Please be sure to check the local weather forecast and dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
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Location
The Museum School of Avondale Estates, 923 Forrest Boulevard, Decatur, 30030, GA, United States
2025 Explorer Dash 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run
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