THE WIMPY MILE - THE FASTEST MILE IN DAHLONEGA!
- Date Sat 15th February 2025
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Dahlonega, Georgia
- Price $33.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the 4th Annual Wimpy Mile, taking place on Saturday, February 15th, 2025, in the beautiful town of Dahlonega, Lumpkin. This exciting event invites friends and family to participate in a fast, easy, and fun one-mile walk/run that is perfect for everyone, from serious athletes to casual joggers and families. Starting from Hancock Park, the certified mile course features a thrilling 178-foot drop in elevation as it winds downhill along Wimpy Mill Rd, culminating at the scenic Yahoola Reservoir boat ramp.
This year's Wimpy Mile promises not only a chance to set personal records but also a festive atmosphere where participants are encouraged to don costumes to celebrate the February holidays. After the race, join us back at Hancock Park for the awards presentation and enjoy the after-party at 7 Pie, located just off the square, where a special menu item awaits along with a 10% discount for participants. And for those competitive spirits, don't miss the chance to compete for the impressive $500 prize sponsored by Rotarian David Robertson, awarded to the first runner to finish in under four minutes. Grab your friends, lace up your shoes, and join us for a memorable day of fun
This year's Wimpy Mile promises not only a chance to set personal records but also a festive atmosphere where participants are encouraged to don costumes to celebrate the February holidays. After the race, join us back at Hancock Park for the awards presentation and enjoy the after-party at 7 Pie, located just off the square, where a special menu item awaits along with a 10% discount for participants. And for those competitive spirits, don't miss the chance to compete for the impressive $500 prize sponsored by Rotarian David Robertson, awarded to the first runner to finish in under four minutes. Grab your friends, lace up your shoes, and join us for a memorable day of fun
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 4th Annual Wimpy Mile on Feb 15th, 2025, 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 Reservoir boat ramp. 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. TRANSPORTATION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PARTICIPANTS WHO CHOOSE NOT TO WALK THE RETURN MILE. 7 PIE, JUST OFF THE SQUARE AT 40 NORTH GROVE ST., WILL HOST AN AFTER-PARTY, OFFERING A WIMPY MILE SPECIAL MENU ITEM AND A 10% DISCOUNT.
NEW THIS YEAR: A $500 PRIZE SPONSORED BY ROTARIAN DAVID ROBERTSON WILL BE AWARDED TO THE FIRST 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 Reservoir boat ramp. 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. TRANSPORTATION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PARTICIPANTS WHO CHOOSE NOT TO WALK THE RETURN MILE. 7 PIE, JUST OFF THE SQUARE AT 40 NORTH GROVE ST., WILL HOST AN AFTER-PARTY, OFFERING A WIMPY MILE SPECIAL MENU ITEM AND A 10% DISCOUNT.
NEW THIS YEAR: A $500 PRIZE SPONSORED BY ROTARIAN DAVID ROBERTSON WILL BE AWARDED TO THE FIRST RUNNER TO FINISH IN UNDER FOUR MINUTES!
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