Circles Douglas County 5K
- Date Sat 14th March 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Villa Rica, Georgia
- Price $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Circles Douglas County 5K on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in the beautiful Villa Rica, Douglas County, Georgia. This exciting trail run will take place at the scenic Clinton Nature Preserve, offering participants a chance to immerse themselves in nature while promoting a great cause. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, everyone is welcome to join this community-focused event.
Participants will race for medals, with awards given to the top three finishers in each age group, while all finishers will receive a race shirt, snacks, and refreshments. The proceeds from this event will go towards supporting Circles Douglas County, a remarkable program dedicated to helping individuals and families move out of poverty. With multiple ways to contribute, including options for participants, donors, and sponsors, everyone can play a part in making a positive impact. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to have fun, get active, and give back to the community!
Participants will race for medals, with awards given to the top three finishers in each age group, while all finishers will receive a race shirt, snacks, and refreshments. The proceeds from this event will go towards supporting Circles Douglas County, a remarkable program dedicated to helping individuals and families move out of poverty. With multiple ways to contribute, including options for participants, donors, and sponsors, everyone can play a part in making a positive impact. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to have fun, get active, and give back to the community!
Organiser's Description
This is a 5K trail run around scenic Clinton Nature Preserve in Villa Rica, GA. Medals will be given to the top 3 in each age group (10 year increments). All finishers will get a race-shirt along with snacks and drinks. Runners and walkers are both welcome.
Proceeds will go to CIRCLES DOUGLAS COUNTY [https://fpcdouglasville.org/circles] which is one of the most effective programs to support moving people out of poverty. Circles also brings together community resources and helps formulate a plan to help reduce a community's poverty rate by at least 10%.
This is a fundraiser and there are multiple ways to donate:
* PARTICIPANT - Just signing up is a contribution. Start with the Sign Up button.
* PARTICIPANT + DONATION - In the Sign Up process, you will see a Donate button where you can give above and beyond the registration fee.
* PHANTOM RUNNER - Perfect if you just want to stay in bed or cheer from the sidelines and still get a tshirt. Select Phantom Runner during sign in
* DONOR - For those that want to give , but dont need yet another tshirt. Start with the Donate button.
* SPONSOR - For anyone giving $100 or more, your name or company will be on the tshirts. The highest tier of donations includes a one year ad on the Circles website and other benefits. If you are interested, please email [email protected] (subject: Circles DC 5K Sponsorship) for more information.
EARLY BIRD GETS THE WORM REGISTRATION PRICES
* FIRST WEEK OF REGISTRATION: Mar 27 - Apr 4 = $5
* FIRST MONTH OF REGISTRATION: Apr 5 - Apr 27 = $10
* MORE THAN SIX MONTHS OUT: Apr 28 - Sep 12 = $20 <<< You are Here
* SIX MONTHS OUT: Sep 13 - Dec 12 = $30
* THREE MONTHS OUT: Dec 13 - Feb 13 = $35
* ONE MONTH OUT: Feb 14 - Mar 6 = $40
* ONE WEEK OUT: Mar 7 - Race Day = $45
COURSE
The 5K course is a trail run that follows the same course as many of the cross-country events that are held there.
5K RACE COURSE [https://www.strava.com/routes/3269751549073700006]
1 MILE FUN RUN [https://www.strava.com/routes/3318241531006063878]
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:00 AM - Registration and Check-in Opens (bib distribution and last minute sign-up*)
7:30 AM - Optional walk through of course
8:00 AM - 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run Starts
9:00 AM - Award Ceremony
* same day sign-ups will be via your phone - no cash
The event will be rain or shine excluding thunderstorms.
Race Website [https://sites.google.com/view/circlesdc5k/home]
Proceeds will go to CIRCLES DOUGLAS COUNTY [https://fpcdouglasville.org/circles] which is one of the most effective programs to support moving people out of poverty. Circles also brings together community resources and helps formulate a plan to help reduce a community's poverty rate by at least 10%.
This is a fundraiser and there are multiple ways to donate:
* PARTICIPANT - Just signing up is a contribution. Start with the Sign Up button.
* PARTICIPANT + DONATION - In the Sign Up process, you will see a Donate button where you can give above and beyond the registration fee.
* PHANTOM RUNNER - Perfect if you just want to stay in bed or cheer from the sidelines and still get a tshirt. Select Phantom Runner during sign in
* DONOR - For those that want to give , but dont need yet another tshirt. Start with the Donate button.
* SPONSOR - For anyone giving $100 or more, your name or company will be on the tshirts. The highest tier of donations includes a one year ad on the Circles website and other benefits. If you are interested, please email [email protected] (subject: Circles DC 5K Sponsorship) for more information.
EARLY BIRD GETS THE WORM REGISTRATION PRICES
* FIRST WEEK OF REGISTRATION: Mar 27 - Apr 4 = $5
* FIRST MONTH OF REGISTRATION: Apr 5 - Apr 27 = $10
* MORE THAN SIX MONTHS OUT: Apr 28 - Sep 12 = $20 <<< You are Here
* SIX MONTHS OUT: Sep 13 - Dec 12 = $30
* THREE MONTHS OUT: Dec 13 - Feb 13 = $35
* ONE MONTH OUT: Feb 14 - Mar 6 = $40
* ONE WEEK OUT: Mar 7 - Race Day = $45
COURSE
The 5K course is a trail run that follows the same course as many of the cross-country events that are held there.
5K RACE COURSE [https://www.strava.com/routes/3269751549073700006]
1 MILE FUN RUN [https://www.strava.com/routes/3318241531006063878]
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:00 AM - Registration and Check-in Opens (bib distribution and last minute sign-up*)
7:30 AM - Optional walk through of course
8:00 AM - 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run Starts
9:00 AM - Award Ceremony
* same day sign-ups will be via your phone - no cash
The event will be rain or shine excluding thunderstorms.
Race Website [https://sites.google.com/view/circlesdc5k/home]
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