THE WIMPY MILE - THE FASTEST MILE IN DAHLONEGA!
- Date Sat 14th February 2026
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Dahlonega, Georgia
- Price $33.75
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the 5th Annual Wimpy Mile, happening on Saturday, February 14, 2026, in the charming town of Dahlonega, Lumpkin! This unique event invites runners, walkers, and families to participate in the fastest mile in Dahlonega, featuring a thrilling 178-foot drop in elevation. Starting from Hancock Park, the certified course winds downhill along Wimpy Mill Rd, concluding at the scenic Yahoola Creek kayak launch area. Whether you're a serious competitor aiming for a personal record or a casual participant enjoying a day out with friends and family—including your furry companions—this event promises fun for everyone.
Don't forget to show off your holiday spirit by coming in costume! After the race, celebrate your accomplishments at Hancock Park with an awards presentation and other festive activities. For those who prefer not to walk back, transportation will be provided. Plus, there’s an exciting chance to win a $1,000 prize for the first registered runner who finishes the mile in under four minutes. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit at the Wimpy Mile!
Don't forget to show off your holiday spirit by coming in costume! After the race, celebrate your accomplishments at Hancock Park with an awards presentation and other festive activities. For those who prefer not to walk back, transportation will be provided. Plus, there’s an exciting chance to win a $1,000 prize for the first registered runner who finishes the mile in under four minutes. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit at the Wimpy Mile!
Organiser's Description
Bring your friends and family and come join us for a FAST, EASY, and FUN one mile walk/run hosted by the Dahlonega Sunrise Rotary Club. The 5th Annual Wimpy Mile on Feb 14th, 2026, is an iconic event, boasting a 178' DROP in elevation from start to finish.
Starting from Hancock Park in downtown Dahlonega, the certified mile course moves downhill along Wimpy Mill Rd to finish at the Yahoola Creek kayak launch area. The race provides a great opportunity for serious runners to achieve a PR...and a fun, scenic course for joggers, walkers, families, and your four-legged friends as well.
Come in costume if you'd like, to celebrate the February holidays!
JOIN US BACK AT HANCOCK PARK AFTER THE RACE FOR THE AWARDS PRESENTATION AND OTHER FESTIVITIES. TRANSPORTATION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PARTICIPANTS WHO CHOOSE NOT TO WALK THE RETURN MILE.
A $1,000 PRIZE SPONSORED BY ROTARIAN DAVID ROBERTSON WILL BE AWARDED TO THE FIRST REGISTERED RUNNER TO FINISH IN UNDER FOUR MINUTES!
Starting from Hancock Park in downtown Dahlonega, the certified mile course moves downhill along Wimpy Mill Rd to finish at the Yahoola Creek kayak launch area. The race provides a great opportunity for serious runners to achieve a PR...and a fun, scenic course for joggers, walkers, families, and your four-legged friends as well.
Come in costume if you'd like, to celebrate the February holidays!
JOIN US BACK AT HANCOCK PARK AFTER THE RACE FOR THE AWARDS PRESENTATION AND OTHER FESTIVITIES. TRANSPORTATION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PARTICIPANTS WHO CHOOSE NOT TO WALK THE RETURN MILE.
A $1,000 PRIZE SPONSORED BY ROTARIAN DAVID ROBERTSON WILL BE AWARDED TO THE FIRST REGISTERED RUNNER TO FINISH IN UNDER FOUR MINUTES!
Races
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1 Mile
Incl. $3.75 Fee & Shirt
Sat 14th February 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$33.75
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Hancock Park, Hawkins Street, Dahlonega, 30533, GA, United States
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