2024 Greyhound Gallop

Saturday, March 11, 2023 Past event

9:15 AM EST

Marietta, Georgia

Free–$38.10 · 5 races

1km, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and healthy fun at the 2024 Greyhound Gallop, taking place on Saturday, March 11, 2023, in Marietta, Cobb! This beloved event, hosted by the Garrison Mill Elementary Schools PTA and Foundation, invites participants of all ages to join in for a fantastic day of running and walking to support vital improvements at Garrison Mill Elementary School. Choose between the competitive 5K, which qualifies for the AJC Peachtree Road Race, or enjoy a leisurely 1K with family and friends.

Kick off your morning with the 1K race at 7:30 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:00 AM, as the scenic course winds through Wesley Chapel Road and beautiful Mabry Park, culminating back at the school track. Don’t miss the family-friendly post-race party starting at 9:00 AM, complete with awards for the top finishers in multiple age categories. Everyone is welcome, including little ones in the Giddy Up Gallop Fun Run! Remember to register online by March 6 to secure your spot and a guaranteed t-shirt. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community support, all

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Races

5k

Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

8:00 AM EST

$38.10

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5k STUDENT (under 18 years old) or TEACHER

Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

8:00 AM EST

$32.80

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1k Fun Run

Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

7:30 AM EST

$27.50

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Phantom Runner

Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

Support the run in spirit and still get a T-shirt!

7:30 AM EST

$32.80

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Giddy Up Gallop (AGE 4 AND UNDER ONLY PLEASE)

9:15 AM EST

Free

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Organiser's description

Garrison Mill Elementary Schools PTA and Foundation are joining forces to bring the Greyhound Gallop race and invite you to support our school through this popular tradition! All proceeds from the race will go towards capital improvements at Garrison Mill Elementary School. Our goal is to install a shade structure over the 1-3rd grade playground. Estimated cost is $45,000.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THE 5K RUN WILL CUT OFF ON MARCH 6TH AT 11:59PM. ANYONE THAT WANTS TO SIGN UP AFTER ONLINE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED MAY COME TO PACKET PICK UP ON FRIDAY OR TO THE RACE SITE ON SATURDAY AND SIGN UP ON SITE.

Sprint gallopers, slow trotters, and families are all welcome to run/walk 1K or 5K.

5K is an AJC Peachtree Road Race Qualifying Event!

4 yo & under are welcome to take part in the Giddy Up Gallop Fun Run with our Gary the Greyhound and other friends!

Thank you in advance for helping us make our school a better place!

All participants will park at the Wesley Chapel UMC 4495 Sandy Plains Rd, Marietta, GA 30066 and use a provided shuttle to arrive at Garrison Mill. The last shuttle will run at 7:30AM. Please plan to arrive early.

Arrive at 7:00 am for same-day registration and number pickup.

7:30 am 1K race begins.
8:00 am 5K begins. Our course starts at Garrison Mill school, continues through a picturesque Wesley Chapel Road, beautiful Mabry Park and finishing at the school track.
9:00 am Family friendly post race party at the finish line
9:15 am Giddy Up Gallop fun run begins on the track for 4 & under
9:30 am Awards ceremony. Medals for top three female / male 5K finishers in the following age groups:

5-6
7-8
9-10
1114
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70 and over

All registered participants will receive a t-shirt (guaranteed if registered before February 16, 2024).