Gold Rush 5K

  • Date Sat 18th October 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Dahlonega, Georgia
  • Price $28.00 - $38.50
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Join us for the exciting Gold Rush 5K on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in the picturesque town of Dahlonega, Lumpkin County! This vibrant event is set against the backdrop of the Annual Gold Rush Festival, offering participants a scenic 5K course that winds through the charming Dahlonega Town Square, all while surrounded by the stunning fall foliage of the North Georgia Mountains.

Starting at the University of North Georgia's Memorial Hall, runners will enjoy a USATF Certified Course (#GA12001WC) that promises a fun and festive atmosphere. Early packet pick-up will take place on Friday, October 17, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and race day registration will be available starting at 7 AM for just $45. Participants can look forward to exciting awards for overall winners and age group categories, plus all pre-registered runners will receive a race t-shirt. With refreshments, snacks, and a vibrant community spirit, the Gold Rush 5K is an event not to be missed! All proceeds will benefit local non-profit organizations and the Lumpkin County community, making your participation meaningful and impactful. Don’t miss out on this fantastic fall celebration!

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: http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/fullscreen/40616558/

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. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $33.50

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

    Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $28.00

  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    $38.50

    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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