Gold Rush 5K

  • Date Sat 17th October 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Dahlonega, Georgia
  • Price $28.25 - $38.75
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating Gold Rush 5K on Saturday, October 17th, 2026, in the beautiful town of Dahlonega, Lumpkin County, Georgia! This exciting race takes place during the vibrant Annual Gold Rush Festival, showcasing the stunning fall colors of the North Georgia Mountains. Runners will enjoy a USATF certified 5K course that begins and ends at the University of North Georgia's Memorial Hall, meandering through the picturesque Dahlonega Town Square.

Packet pick-up is conveniently available on Friday, October 16th, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and on race day starting at 7:00 AM at UNG Memorial Hall. Registration will be open on race day for $45, so don't miss your chance to participate! All pre-registered participants will receive a race t-shirt, with limited availability on race day. Refreshments like snacks, fruit, and sports drinks will be provided to keep you energized. With awards for overall winners and age group categories, this event promises to be a fun-filled day for all while supporting local non-profit organizations and the Lumpkin County community. Don’t miss out on this festive celebration of health and communityβ€”mark your calendars for

Organiser's Description

Packet Pick-Up is available on Friday, October 17th, from 9:00am to 4:00pm at Lumpkin County Board of Education, 56 Indian Drive, Dahlonega, GA 30533. Race Day Packet Pick-Up and Race Day Registration (Registration is $45 on Race Day) are available at UNG Memorial Hall starting at 7am.

REGISTRATION LOCATION:

University of North Georgia - Memorial Hall gymnasium

COURSE:

This is a USATF Certified Course, Course #GA12001WC. Start and finish at the University of North Georgia in front of Memorial Hall. Enjoy a scenic 5K course through the Dahlonega Town Square during The Annual Gold Rush Festival at the height of the colorful fall season in the North Georgia Mountains, view course map here: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6606049713

AWARDS:

* Overall male/female, Overall master (40+) male/female
* Age Group Awards: 1st, 2nd, 3rd male and female: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+.

SHIRTS, REFRESHMENTS, AND OTHER STUFF:

* All PRE-REGISTERED participants will receive a race t-shirt. A LIMITED number of shirts will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis on race day.
* Snacks, fruit, and sport drinks will be offered.
* Enjoy a scenic 5K course through the Dahlonega Town Square during The Annual Gold Rush Festival at the height of the colorful fall season in the North Georgia Mountains.

ALL PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND THE LUMPKIN COUNTY COMMUNITY.

Races

  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $33.75

    OPENS 21 JUL
    This event is a Peachtree Road Race Qualifier!
  • Student 5K

    Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $28.25

  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt

    $38.75

    Can't make it or can't run? You can still support Dahlonega Rotary Club and its beneficiaries by signing up to participate in spirit and receive a t-shirt!

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Location

University of North Georgia - Memorial Hall, 82 College Circle, Dahlonega, 30597, GA, United States

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