The Great Locomotive Chase 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Adairsville, Georgia
- Price $22.96 - $33.94
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at The Great Locomotive Chase 5K Run/Walk, happening on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in the charming town of Adairsville, Bartow! This exciting event kicks off at 8:00 AM and offers participants a unique opportunity to run or walk a scenic 5K route that winds through the historic downtown area, following the very tracks where the legendary Great Locomotive Chase took place back in 1862.
Join fellow runners and walkers in this spirited community event, which not only celebrates local history but also supports a great cause—proceeds benefit Cancer Navigators. With pre-registration available on April 10th and race day festivities starting early, there’s plenty of time to gear up for a fantastic day. Awards will be presented for the top finishers in various categories, making this an event you won’t want to miss! Come be a part of the action and enjoy a memorable day of fun and fitness in Adairsville!
Join fellow runners and walkers in this spirited community event, which not only celebrates local history but also supports a great cause—proceeds benefit Cancer Navigators. With pre-registration available on April 10th and race day festivities starting early, there’s plenty of time to gear up for a fantastic day. Awards will be presented for the top finishers in various categories, making this an event you won’t want to miss! Come be a part of the action and enjoy a memorable day of fun and fitness in Adairsville!
Organiser's Description
DO YOU HEAR THE WHISTLE BLOWING N. GA RUNNER? ITS COMING DOWN THE TRACKS AGAIN AND YOU CANT STOP IT! SO JUMP ON BOARD AND JOIN US! FOR THE 3RD. ANNUAL RUNNING OF THE
THE GREAT LOCOMOTIVE CHASE 5K PRESENTED BY THE CITY OF ADAIRSVILLE!
Saturday morning April 11, 2026 8:00 AM Race Start! Enjoy this one-of-a-kind route that winds through and around lovely downtown Adairsville, GA and Follows the Tracks where the actual Chase took place!!! The 5K start and finish are adjacent to the historic Downtown Adairsville Train Depot, Where the GREAT LOCOMOTIVE CHASE PASSED THROUGH ON APRIL 12TH, 1862!! 164 YEARS AGO! Proceeds once again go to benefit "Cancer Navigators" (info here: https://cancernavigatorsga.org/)
Pre-Registration Packet Pick-Up: Friday, April 10th, from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM in the Adairsville City Hall office located at 116 Public Square, Adairsville, GA 30103
RACE DAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
*6:45 AM Race Day Registration Opens
*7:45 AM Race Day Registration Closes
*7:55 Push-Assist Athlete Race Start Time
*8:00 AM 5K Start time
*9:15 AM Awards Ceremony
AWARDS:
5K Overall: Awards will be given to the Top Three (3) Overall M&F finishers, as well as the Top Master M&F.
5K Age Groups: Awards will be given to the Top Three (3) male/female finishers in each of the following age groups: 10&Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70 & Over.
(Please Note: T-shirts for the 10 & under free registration are only for those that pre-register prior to the April 7th Deadline.)
We look forward to seeing you for this Rain or Shine event!
THE GREAT LOCOMOTIVE CHASE 5K PRESENTED BY THE CITY OF ADAIRSVILLE!
Saturday morning April 11, 2026 8:00 AM Race Start! Enjoy this one-of-a-kind route that winds through and around lovely downtown Adairsville, GA and Follows the Tracks where the actual Chase took place!!! The 5K start and finish are adjacent to the historic Downtown Adairsville Train Depot, Where the GREAT LOCOMOTIVE CHASE PASSED THROUGH ON APRIL 12TH, 1862!! 164 YEARS AGO! Proceeds once again go to benefit "Cancer Navigators" (info here: https://cancernavigatorsga.org/)
Pre-Registration Packet Pick-Up: Friday, April 10th, from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM in the Adairsville City Hall office located at 116 Public Square, Adairsville, GA 30103
RACE DAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
*6:45 AM Race Day Registration Opens
*7:45 AM Race Day Registration Closes
*7:55 Push-Assist Athlete Race Start Time
*8:00 AM 5K Start time
*9:15 AM Awards Ceremony
AWARDS:
5K Overall: Awards will be given to the Top Three (3) Overall M&F finishers, as well as the Top Master M&F.
5K Age Groups: Awards will be given to the Top Three (3) male/female finishers in each of the following age groups: 10&Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70 & Over.
(Please Note: T-shirts for the 10 & under free registration are only for those that pre-register prior to the April 7th Deadline.)
We look forward to seeing you for this Rain or Shine event!
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