Outrun Hunger 5K
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Dahlonega, Georgia
- Price $33.60
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Outrun Hunger 5K charity run and walk on Saturday, October 24th, 2026, at Yahoola Creek Park in the charming town of Dahlonega, Lumpkin. This lively community event promises a fantastic day filled with fun, fitness, and philanthropy, featuring a scenic course, custom finisher medals, and stylish race shirts. Participants will compete for overall awards as well as prizes for the top three finishers in various age categories, ranging from 10 & Under to 80+.
More than just a race, the Outrun Hunger 5K aims to combat food insecurity in North Georgia, with all proceeds directly supporting local families in need. By participating, you'll be helping to provide for approximately 3,000 households, including 1,900 seniors and 2,400 children who are facing challenging times. Plus, don’t forget to bring non-perishable food items for our food drive; every item you donate will earn you a ticket for a chance to win exciting prizes! Lace up your running shoes and join us in making a difference while enjoying a day of community spirit and healthy activity!
More than just a race, the Outrun Hunger 5K aims to combat food insecurity in North Georgia, with all proceeds directly supporting local families in need. By participating, you'll be helping to provide for approximately 3,000 households, including 1,900 seniors and 2,400 children who are facing challenging times. Plus, don’t forget to bring non-perishable food items for our food drive; every item you donate will earn you a ticket for a chance to win exciting prizes! Lace up your running shoes and join us in making a difference while enjoying a day of community spirit and healthy activity!
Organiser's Description
The Dawson Community Food Bank & Thrift is organizing our innaugural Outrun Hunger 5K charity run and walk!
This exciting community event will take place on Saturday, October 24th 2026 at Yahoola Creek Park in Dahlonega.
We'll have a great course, Custom Finisher Medals, Great Race shirts, and a load of good fun. Overall awards as well as the top three in each of the normal 5 year age groups 10 & Under through 80+)
Food insecurity is real in North Georgia! Working family expenses have swelled by all measures so many local residents are struggling just to get by. All of the proceeds will go directly to supporting 3,000 local households of 8,800 individuals. This includes 1,900 seniors and 2,400 children.
he Dawson Community Food Bank & Thrift is a trusted 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity located at 92 Chestatee Industrial Park Drive. They are the largest food bank agency in the Georgia Mountain Food Bank network, supporting Dawson, Lumpkin and surrounding counties. However, they need help to keep pantry shelves fully stocked.
WE'RE COMBINING THIS EVENT WITH A FOOD DRIVE/RAFFLE. EVERY FOOD ITEM GETS YOU A TICKET AND A CHANCE TO WIN SOMETHING COOL (PRIZE LIST TO COME).
This exciting community event will take place on Saturday, October 24th 2026 at Yahoola Creek Park in Dahlonega.
We'll have a great course, Custom Finisher Medals, Great Race shirts, and a load of good fun. Overall awards as well as the top three in each of the normal 5 year age groups 10 & Under through 80+)
Food insecurity is real in North Georgia! Working family expenses have swelled by all measures so many local residents are struggling just to get by. All of the proceeds will go directly to supporting 3,000 local households of 8,800 individuals. This includes 1,900 seniors and 2,400 children.
he Dawson Community Food Bank & Thrift is a trusted 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity located at 92 Chestatee Industrial Park Drive. They are the largest food bank agency in the Georgia Mountain Food Bank network, supporting Dawson, Lumpkin and surrounding counties. However, they need help to keep pantry shelves fully stocked.
WE'RE COMBINING THIS EVENT WITH A FOOD DRIVE/RAFFLE. EVERY FOOD ITEM GETS YOU A TICKET AND A CHANCE TO WIN SOMETHING COOL (PRIZE LIST TO COME).
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1166 Captain McDonald Rd, Yahoola Creek Park, Dahlonega, 30533, GA, United States
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