Run for the Rescues 5K
- Date Sat 15th November 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Dahlonega, Georgia
- Price $25.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a heartwarming and uplifting experience at the first annual Run for the Rescues 5K on Saturday, November 15, 2025! Taking place in the charming town of Dahlonega, Lumpkin, this event invites runners and walkers of all fitness levels to lace up their shoes for a great cause. Whether you’re sprinting for a personal best or enjoying a leisurely stroll with your furry friend, this 5K promises fun for the entire family, including well-behaved, leashed dogs!
Starting at 9 AM in front of the Lumpkin County Visitors Center, the Run for the Rescues 5K aims to support the Lumpkin County Animal Shelter. Every registration fee and donation directly contributes to providing life-saving medical treatments, spay/neuter services, and daily care for homeless animals in need. Plus, there will be opportunities for adoption, so you might just find your new best friend! Join us for this meaningful event and be part of a rescue mission that saves lives, one step at a time. Don't miss out on making a difference in your community while enjoying a wonderful day out!
Starting at 9 AM in front of the Lumpkin County Visitors Center, the Run for the Rescues 5K aims to support the Lumpkin County Animal Shelter. Every registration fee and donation directly contributes to providing life-saving medical treatments, spay/neuter services, and daily care for homeless animals in need. Plus, there will be opportunities for adoption, so you might just find your new best friend! Join us for this meaningful event and be part of a rescue mission that saves lives, one step at a time. Don't miss out on making a difference in your community while enjoying a wonderful day out!
Organiser's Description
LACE UP YOUR RUNNING SHOES AND HELP SHELTER ANIMALS!
Sign up for the first annual RUN FOR THE RESCUES 5K, a fun event for the entire family to support the LUMPKIN COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER in Dahlonega. Whether you're a seasoned runner or prefer a leisurely walk, this event welcomes participants of all fitness levels - and their four-legged companions!
Every registration fee and donation directly supports the Lumpkin County Animal Shelter, saving the lives of homeless, abused and abandoned animals in our community.
YOUR INVOLVEMENT HELPS PROVIDE:
* Life-saving medical treatments
* Spay/neuter services to prevent pet overpopulation
* Daily care, food, shelter, and love for animals awaiting their forever homes
* Community outreach and education programs
BRING YOUR DOG!
Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome!
There will also be adoption opportunities, so you (and your dog!) might just meet your newest bestie!!!
WHERE: Starts in front of the Lumpkin County Visitors Center, 13 S Park St., Downtown Dahlonega
WHEN: Saturday, November 15, 9 am
SIGN UP TODAY AND BE PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER THAN A RACE - BE PART OF A RESCUE MISSION THAT SAVES LIVES, ONE STEP AT A TIME.
_Proudly organized by Friends of Lumpkin County Shelter Animals_
Sign up for the first annual RUN FOR THE RESCUES 5K, a fun event for the entire family to support the LUMPKIN COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER in Dahlonega. Whether you're a seasoned runner or prefer a leisurely walk, this event welcomes participants of all fitness levels - and their four-legged companions!
Every registration fee and donation directly supports the Lumpkin County Animal Shelter, saving the lives of homeless, abused and abandoned animals in our community.
YOUR INVOLVEMENT HELPS PROVIDE:
* Life-saving medical treatments
* Spay/neuter services to prevent pet overpopulation
* Daily care, food, shelter, and love for animals awaiting their forever homes
* Community outreach and education programs
BRING YOUR DOG!
Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome!
There will also be adoption opportunities, so you (and your dog!) might just meet your newest bestie!!!
WHERE: Starts in front of the Lumpkin County Visitors Center, 13 S Park St., Downtown Dahlonega
WHEN: Saturday, November 15, 9 am
SIGN UP TODAY AND BE PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER THAN A RACE - BE PART OF A RESCUE MISSION THAT SAVES LIVES, ONE STEP AT A TIME.
_Proudly organized by Friends of Lumpkin County Shelter Animals_
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Sat 15th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$25.00
Race day check-in begins at 9:00 AM outside of the Lumpkin County Visitors Center, 13 S Park St., #1220, in downtown Dahlonega. Parking is available around the downtown area. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome. There will be water available for both humans and dogs along the course, and cleanup bags will be available. Medals will be presented for overall winners and age group categories. We will be running come rain or shine! For questions about this race, please contact Savana Borchers or Diana Dunetz at [email protected]. -
Virtual 5K
$25.00
Run for the Rescues 5K
