Join us for the *Escape the Elves 5K* hosted by South Hall Rotary in Downtown Oakwood, GA! Weve moved this years event to a new location for an even better race day experience, with enhanced safety for all our guests.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

* Meet _Buddy the Elf_ before the race and keep an eye out for some mischievous elves hiding along the course!
* A _Best Dressed Award_ for the most festive outfitdress in your holiday best for a chance to win an early gift.
* The 5K course is USATF Certified and will start at the Oakwood Community Center.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE:

* PACKET PICK-UP: 7:00 AM - 7:45 AM at the Oakwood Community Center
* RACE START: 8:00 AM with Santa sending us off from Oakwood Park (Course closes at 9:45 AM)
* FUN RUN: Starts at 8:30 AM, after the 5K start
* COURSE CLOSES: 9:10 AM
* AWARDS CEREMONY: 9:15 AM at the park
* PANCAKES WITH BUDDY: After the race, all runners and families are invited to join us at the Community Center for our Pancakes with Buddy breakfast. To Go Meals will be available. An email will be sent to all who register for a chance to purchase tickets for themselves and their family.

GIVING BACK: Bring a canned food item for the South Hall Food Pantry and receive a raffle ticket for door prizes! Items like peanut butter and snacks for kids are appreciated. _1 Food Item = 1 Ticket_

SUPPORTING GREAT CAUSES:
Proceeds will benefit the South Hall Food Pantry, Lanier Techs Adult Education Scholarships, Hall is Home for Kids, Shelterbox, Alzheimer's research through Rotarys CART Fund, and the South Hall Rotary's S.H.A.R.E. Fund for local community causes.

Sign up today to enjoy a festive morning of fun, fitness, and giving back to the community!

_Note: Race T-shirts are only guaranteed for those who register by 12/5._