Dellinger Dash 3K and "Lake Lap" for Kids
- Date Thu 6th August 2026
- Time 7:00PM EDT
- Location Cartersville, Georgia
- Price $22.96 - $28.45
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling evening of fun and fitness at the 7th Annual Dellinger Dash 3K and "Lake Lap" for Kids on Thursday, August 6, 2026, in beautiful Cartersville, Bartow! This exciting event kicks off at 7:00 PM and invites participants of all ages to experience the joy of running around the stunning Dellinger Park. Runners will tackle a full 3K loop, just shy of 2 miles, while our younger participants (ages 8 and under) can enjoy the "Lake Lap," a delightful 450-meter fun run around the park's iconic pond.
Not only is the Dellinger Dash a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and possibly break records – with current course records to beat – but it also supports a great cause, as proceeds benefit local school running programs through the Shoes4Kids initiative. Every registered participant will receive a commemorative T-shirt, but be sure to register early to guarantee your size! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a little one ready for some summer fun, mark your calendars for this can't-miss event. Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with community spirit and athletic achievement!
Not only is the Dellinger Dash a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and possibly break records – with current course records to beat – but it also supports a great cause, as proceeds benefit local school running programs through the Shoes4Kids initiative. Every registered participant will receive a commemorative T-shirt, but be sure to register early to guarantee your size! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a little one ready for some summer fun, mark your calendars for this can't-miss event. Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with community spirit and athletic achievement!
Organiser's Description
DELLINGER DASH 3K _AND _"LAKE LAP" FOR KIDS
THURSDAY EVENING, AUGUST 6, 2026
7:00 PM
NOTE: T-SHIRT SIZE IS NOT GUARANTEED IF YOU REGISTER AFTER SUNDAY EVENING 8/2/2026!!!
Ever wonder just how fast you could run 1 lap around the Dellinger Park's vita course if you really tried? Well this is your event!
Please plan to join us for the 7th. Annual Running of the Dellinger Dash! Produced in conjunction with the Cartersville Parks & Recreation Department, _Wire2Wire Running_ has made this an annual event at this beautiful park.
Register today and find out...just how fast you can make it one time around the Dellinger Park Loop!
MEN'S COURSE RECORD: 9:40.2 Cameron Bensley, Powder Springs, GA (2025)
WOMEN'S COURSE RECORD: 11:12.4 Kelly Ann Sutterfield, Euharlee, GA (2025)
MALE MASTERS COURSE RECORD: 11:33.1 Ryan Shrum, Chickamauga, GA (2021)
FEMALE MASTERS COURSE RECORD: 12:55.8 Sherry Spinks, Cartersville, GA (2020)
For the little ones not wanting to run the entire park loop, we have the "Lake Lap" which circles Dellinger Park's iconic pond! This adorable race is Super-Cool to watch, so make sure your little ones don't miss out on this summer-time fun!!
* Both races start-and-finish adjacent to Dellinger Parks duck pond.
* Proceeds go to help benefit area school running programs through Wire2Wire Running's _Shoes4Kids_ Program.
* The Dellinger Dash is exactly one (1) complete loop around the park, including the small hill up to the pool. The full loop is 3K or just shy of 2 miles.
For our younger participants (8 & Under), the Lake Lap is designed as a fun run of one (1) lap around Dellingers duck pond and is 450 meters, or a tad over a quarter-mile. ALL registered participants receive a commemorative T-shirt for this annual event!
PACKET PICK-UP:
Packet Pick-up information will be communicated via email the week prior to the race! So be on the lookout!
A W A R D S
_DELLINGER DASH 3K_
Overall: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards, (Male & Female)
Masters: 1st place award (Male & Female)
Age Groups: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals (Male & Female) will be awarded for the 3K in the following age group categories:
(10&U, 11-14, 15-19, 2-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70&O)
_ '__LAKE LAP' FOR KIDS_
ALL the little ones earn a medal for completing the Lake Lap!
P A R K I N G
Ample parking is available throughout Dellinger Park at 100 Pine Grove Rd. Cartersville, GA 30120
We look forward to seeing you there for this end-of-summer Cartersville Tradition!
This is a rain or shine event.
THURSDAY EVENING, AUGUST 6, 2026
7:00 PM
NOTE: T-SHIRT SIZE IS NOT GUARANTEED IF YOU REGISTER AFTER SUNDAY EVENING 8/2/2026!!!
Ever wonder just how fast you could run 1 lap around the Dellinger Park's vita course if you really tried? Well this is your event!
Please plan to join us for the 7th. Annual Running of the Dellinger Dash! Produced in conjunction with the Cartersville Parks & Recreation Department, _Wire2Wire Running_ has made this an annual event at this beautiful park.
Register today and find out...just how fast you can make it one time around the Dellinger Park Loop!
MEN'S COURSE RECORD: 9:40.2 Cameron Bensley, Powder Springs, GA (2025)
WOMEN'S COURSE RECORD: 11:12.4 Kelly Ann Sutterfield, Euharlee, GA (2025)
MALE MASTERS COURSE RECORD: 11:33.1 Ryan Shrum, Chickamauga, GA (2021)
FEMALE MASTERS COURSE RECORD: 12:55.8 Sherry Spinks, Cartersville, GA (2020)
For the little ones not wanting to run the entire park loop, we have the "Lake Lap" which circles Dellinger Park's iconic pond! This adorable race is Super-Cool to watch, so make sure your little ones don't miss out on this summer-time fun!!
* Both races start-and-finish adjacent to Dellinger Parks duck pond.
* Proceeds go to help benefit area school running programs through Wire2Wire Running's _Shoes4Kids_ Program.
* The Dellinger Dash is exactly one (1) complete loop around the park, including the small hill up to the pool. The full loop is 3K or just shy of 2 miles.
For our younger participants (8 & Under), the Lake Lap is designed as a fun run of one (1) lap around Dellingers duck pond and is 450 meters, or a tad over a quarter-mile. ALL registered participants receive a commemorative T-shirt for this annual event!
PACKET PICK-UP:
Packet Pick-up information will be communicated via email the week prior to the race! So be on the lookout!
A W A R D S
_DELLINGER DASH 3K_
Overall: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards, (Male & Female)
Masters: 1st place award (Male & Female)
Age Groups: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals (Male & Female) will be awarded for the 3K in the following age group categories:
(10&U, 11-14, 15-19, 2-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70&O)
_ '__LAKE LAP' FOR KIDS_
ALL the little ones earn a medal for completing the Lake Lap!
P A R K I N G
Ample parking is available throughout Dellinger Park at 100 Pine Grove Rd. Cartersville, GA 30120
We look forward to seeing you there for this end-of-summer Cartersville Tradition!
This is a rain or shine event.
Races
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The Dellinger Dash 3K
Incl. $3.45 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 6th August 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$28.45
CLOSED -
Lake Lap for Kids
Incl. $2.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 6th August 2026 (7:45PM EDT)
$22.96
CLOSEDThe 'Lake Lap' is a fun run once around Dellinger Park's iconic pond. Younger kids may be escorted by an adult if necessary. The length is smidge over a quarter mile.
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