Labor Day Dash
- Date Sat 30th August 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Canton, Georgia
- Price $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Labor Day Dash on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Etowah Park in Canton, Cherokee! This exciting event features two thrilling races that promise to bring the community together in a celebration of fitness and fun. Kick off the day with the inaugural 5K Elite Challenge race at 7:30 AM, showcasing some of the fastest runners in the Southeast as they tackle a fast-paced six-loop course. If you're looking to participate, join the 5K Dash, which starts at 8:15 AM, perfect for runners of all levels who want to enjoy the festive atmosphere.
Whether you're a spectator cheering on elite athletes or a participant in the Dash, you won't want to miss the lively DJ announcing both races, along with a post-race celebration that will keep the energy high! Plus, every racer will receive a custom-designed finisher medal, making this event even more memorable. Mark your calendars for a day filled with excitement, community spirit, and athletic achievement at the Labor Day Dash!
Whether you're a spectator cheering on elite athletes or a participant in the Dash, you won't want to miss the lively DJ announcing both races, along with a post-race celebration that will keep the energy high! Plus, every racer will receive a custom-designed finisher medal, making this event even more memorable. Mark your calendars for a day filled with excitement, community spirit, and athletic achievement at the Labor Day Dash!
Organiser's Description
Join us Labor Day weekend on Saturday 8/30 at Etowah Park in Canton, GA for two exciting races. First, the inaugural 5K Elite Challenge race starts at 7:30AM followed by the 5K Dash starting at 8:15AM. Come out to watch some the fastest runners in the southeast and then run the 5K Dash.
The 5K Elite Challenge will be a fast 6 loop course - ideal for all spectators!
- You are eligible to compete in the Elite Challenge if you have completed a 5K under 18:00 (men) and 21:00 (women) within the last year.
We'll have a DJ announcing both races and a post-race celebration you won't want to miss.
Custom design finisher medals for all racers!
The 5K Elite Challenge will be a fast 6 loop course - ideal for all spectators!
- You are eligible to compete in the Elite Challenge if you have completed a 5K under 18:00 (men) and 21:00 (women) within the last year.
We'll have a DJ announcing both races and a post-race celebration you won't want to miss.
Custom design finisher medals for all racers!
Races
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5K Elite Challenge
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 30th August 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$38.10
Join us Labor Day weekend for the inaugural 5K Elite Challenge race starting at 7:30AM on Saturday at Etowah Park in Canton, GA. You are eligible to run in the Elite race if you have run under 18:00 (men) and 21:00 (women) in a 5K within the last year. Elite Race Awards: Cash prizes will be given out to the top three Overall Male/Female winners as follows: 1st Place: $250 2nd Place: $150 3rd Place: $100 There is an Equalizer Bonus of $100. The Women will have a two-minute head start at 7:30AM start. Men will start at approximately 7:32AM. The first runner, male or female, to finish wins the $100 bonus!! Running shoes will be awarded by Fleet Feet to each male who breaks 16:00 and to each female who breaks 18:30. You must run in the Elite race to qualify for these prizes. The 5K Elite Challenge is a 6-loop race and ideal for spectators! -
5K Dash
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 30th August 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$38.10
Join us Labor Day weekend for the 5K Dash. The run will start after the Elite Challenge race at 8:15am on Saturday at Etowah Park in Canton, GA. This event is open to all runners and walkers. Custom design medals will be given to all finishers. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each of the following male and female age groups: 10 and under, 11-13, 14-19, 20- 24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55- 59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79 & 80 and over.
Labor Day Dash