Circles in the Park 5K
- Date Sat 13th March 2027
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Villa Rica, Georgia
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for the 3rd annual Circles in the Park 5K, taking place on Saturday, March 13, 2027, at the stunning Clinton Nature Preserve in Villa Rica, Georgia! This exciting event kicks off at 8:00 AM and invites both runners and walkers of all levels to enjoy a scenic trail run. Participants can look forward to a fun-filled atmosphere, complete with medals awarded to the top three finishers in each age group, race shirts for all finishers, and delicious snacks and drinks to refuel after the race.
With a focus on community and support, proceeds from the Circles in the Park 5K will benefit local families in Douglas County, connecting them with mentors to improve their financial stability and life skills. Plus, participants can add a personal touch by selecting a family-friendly song to be played as they cross the finish line! Bring your leashed dogs along for the adventure, and don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of fitness and fun in a beautiful setting. Sign up early to take advantage of discounted registration rates!
With a focus on community and support, proceeds from the Circles in the Park 5K will benefit local families in Douglas County, connecting them with mentors to improve their financial stability and life skills. Plus, participants can add a personal touch by selecting a family-friendly song to be played as they cross the finish line! Bring your leashed dogs along for the adventure, and don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of fitness and fun in a beautiful setting. Sign up early to take advantage of discounted registration rates!
Organiser's Description
CIRCLES IN THE PARK 5K - MARCH 13, 2027 - 8:00 AM - CLINTON NATURE PRESERVE, VILLA RICA, GA
This is our 3rd annual 5K trail run around scenic Clinton Nature Preserve in Villa Rica, GA. [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Clinton+Nature+Preserve/@33.7068519,-84.862916,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88f52a11c21619ab:0xf214bdcca68c968b!8m2!3d33.7068519!4d-84.862916!16s%2Fg%2F1yl45dmg6!5m1!1e2?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTAwNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D]
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. Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and you pick up after them. Select the song to be played as you cross the finish. It must be family friendly and we cannot guarantee that it will be played, but we will try. Either way, it will be added to our Circles in the Park 5K Playlist on Spotify. [/Circles%20in%20the%20Park%205K%20Playlist%20on%20Spotify.]
Timing and results will be done with chipped bibs.
For those that have run it before, you might notice that we changed the name from "Circles DC 5K" to "Circles in the Park 5K". It is still the same great event raising money for the same great cause.
Proceeds will go to help families in Douglas County become financially stable by matching them with middle- to high-income mentors who provide training in personal finance, employment, and communication skills.
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.
* 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. Visit our Sponsorship page for more details
EARLY BIRD GETS THE WORM REGISTRATION PRICES
* First Week of Registration: Mar 20, 2026 - Mar 27, 2026 = $5
* First Month of Registration: Mar 28, 2026 - Apr 17, 2026 = $20
* MORE THAN SIX MONTHS OUT: Apr 18, 2026 - Sep 11, 2026 = $25
* Six Months Out: Sep 12, 2026 - Feb 12, 2027 = $30 <<< YOU ARE HERE
* One Month Out: Feb 13, 2027 - Mar 5, 2027 = $35
* One Week Out: Mar 6, 2027 - Mar 13, 2027 = $40
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
9:30 AM - Award Ceremony
* same day sign-ups will be via your phone - no cash
The event will be rain or shine excluding thunderstorms.
This is our 3rd annual 5K trail run around scenic Clinton Nature Preserve in Villa Rica, GA. [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Clinton+Nature+Preserve/@33.7068519,-84.862916,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88f52a11c21619ab:0xf214bdcca68c968b!8m2!3d33.7068519!4d-84.862916!16s%2Fg%2F1yl45dmg6!5m1!1e2?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTAwNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D]
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. Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and you pick up after them. Select the song to be played as you cross the finish. It must be family friendly and we cannot guarantee that it will be played, but we will try. Either way, it will be added to our Circles in the Park 5K Playlist on Spotify. [/Circles%20in%20the%20Park%205K%20Playlist%20on%20Spotify.]
Timing and results will be done with chipped bibs.
For those that have run it before, you might notice that we changed the name from "Circles DC 5K" to "Circles in the Park 5K". It is still the same great event raising money for the same great cause.
Proceeds will go to help families in Douglas County become financially stable by matching them with middle- to high-income mentors who provide training in personal finance, employment, and communication skills.
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.
* 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. Visit our Sponsorship page for more details
EARLY BIRD GETS THE WORM REGISTRATION PRICES
* First Week of Registration: Mar 20, 2026 - Mar 27, 2026 = $5
* First Month of Registration: Mar 28, 2026 - Apr 17, 2026 = $20
* MORE THAN SIX MONTHS OUT: Apr 18, 2026 - Sep 11, 2026 = $25
* Six Months Out: Sep 12, 2026 - Feb 12, 2027 = $30 <<< YOU ARE HERE
* One Month Out: Feb 13, 2027 - Mar 5, 2027 = $35
* One Week Out: Mar 6, 2027 - Mar 13, 2027 = $40
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
9:30 AM - Award Ceremony
* same day sign-ups will be via your phone - no cash
The event will be rain or shine excluding thunderstorms.
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8720 Ephesus Church Road, Villa Rica, 30180, GA, United States
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