University of North Georgia - Fallen Officer Memorial 5k
- Date Sat 17th May 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Dahlonega, Georgia
- Price $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Last chance to enter
Race day is fast approaching
Event summary
Join us for the University of North Georgia - Fallen Officer Memorial 5k on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in the picturesque town of Dahlonega, Lumpkin. This uplifting event honors law enforcement officers who have tragically lost their lives in the line of duty while supporting the creation of a Fallen Officer Memorial on the UNG Dahlonega Campus. Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome to participate in this 5k race, which features a scenic two-lap course around a stunning fountain, with a total elevation gain of approximately 400 feet.
The race kicks off at 8 AM, with packet pick-up available from 6:30 AM to 7:50 AM near the main entrance of the campus. Don't miss your chance to achieve a personal record on this fast and exhilarating course, culminating in a thrilling downhill finish! With a one-hour time limit, participants will receive a finisher's medal, and special awards will be given to the top male and female finishers, including active or retired law enforcement officers. Mark your calendar and secure your spot by May 13, 2025, to be part of this meaningful event that combines community spirit with a commitment to honoring those who serve and
The race kicks off at 8 AM, with packet pick-up available from 6:30 AM to 7:50 AM near the main entrance of the campus. Don't miss your chance to achieve a personal record on this fast and exhilarating course, culminating in a thrilling downhill finish! With a one-hour time limit, participants will receive a finisher's medal, and special awards will be given to the top male and female finishers, including active or retired law enforcement officers. Mark your calendar and secure your spot by May 13, 2025, to be part of this meaningful event that combines community spirit with a commitment to honoring those who serve and
Organiser's Description
We are running in honor of LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS killed in the line of duty and raising funds to build a Fallen Officer Memorial on the University of North Georgia-Dahlonega Campus. This Memorial will have the names of the killed in the line of duty officers who graduated from UNG or worked for the UNG Police Department. The race will take place on the UNG Dahlonega Campus [https://ung.edu/campuses/dahlonega/index.php].
NOW ABOUT THE RACE! The 5k race is on the beautiful campus of UNG Dahlonega. The course is 2-laps with a return to the start/finish line, around a magnificent fountain for lap number 2. The course boasts approximately 400 feet of gain. The last .25+ miles is a VERY fast gradual downhill into the finish line. A water station will be present at the round-about prior to starting lap number 2. Half of the laps are on a walkway and the other half is on the road. Come and get a PR!
The race is welcome to runners and walkers. The race has a 1-hour time limit. This is approximately 20 min/mile. Course support and timing will not be provided for those not completing the course in 1-hour. Strollers will not be permitted on the course due to safety barriers present on the course. Dogs will not be permitted on the course due to some of the narrow walkways to ensure everyone is safe. Headphones are permitted but play at a low volume, so you can hear other runners and race officials.
There is no race day registration.
PACKET PICK UP:
Packet Pick-Up will be from 6:30am-7:50am at the start/finish line, adjacent to water fountain, and near the main entrance to campus. The race starts at 8am sharp.
PARKING:
Parking will not be available at the start/finish line. Classes and graduation are complete. There will be plenty of street parking within close proximity to the start/finish line.
AWARDS:
All finishers within the 1-hour time period will receive a finisher's medal.
The last day for registration is May 13, 2025.
1ST PLACE OVERALL FOR M & F
* $100
* $75
* $50
A SPECIAL AWARD WILL BE GIVEN TO THE 1ST MALE AND 1ST FEMALE, ACTIVE OR RETIRED, LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER.
REFUNDS:
The race entry fee is not refundable and not transferable.
NOW ABOUT THE RACE! The 5k race is on the beautiful campus of UNG Dahlonega. The course is 2-laps with a return to the start/finish line, around a magnificent fountain for lap number 2. The course boasts approximately 400 feet of gain. The last .25+ miles is a VERY fast gradual downhill into the finish line. A water station will be present at the round-about prior to starting lap number 2. Half of the laps are on a walkway and the other half is on the road. Come and get a PR!
The race is welcome to runners and walkers. The race has a 1-hour time limit. This is approximately 20 min/mile. Course support and timing will not be provided for those not completing the course in 1-hour. Strollers will not be permitted on the course due to safety barriers present on the course. Dogs will not be permitted on the course due to some of the narrow walkways to ensure everyone is safe. Headphones are permitted but play at a low volume, so you can hear other runners and race officials.
There is no race day registration.
PACKET PICK UP:
Packet Pick-Up will be from 6:30am-7:50am at the start/finish line, adjacent to water fountain, and near the main entrance to campus. The race starts at 8am sharp.
PARKING:
Parking will not be available at the start/finish line. Classes and graduation are complete. There will be plenty of street parking within close proximity to the start/finish line.
AWARDS:
All finishers within the 1-hour time period will receive a finisher's medal.
The last day for registration is May 13, 2025.
1ST PLACE OVERALL FOR M & F
* $100
* $75
* $50
A SPECIAL AWARD WILL BE GIVEN TO THE 1ST MALE AND 1ST FEMALE, ACTIVE OR RETIRED, LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER.
REFUNDS:
The race entry fee is not refundable and not transferable.
University of North Georgia - Fallen Officer Memorial 5k
