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Saturday, October 10th, 2026
32 McCutchen St, Ellijay GA
5K · 1 Mile
56–74°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
52–73°F
dry
2024
53–74°F
dry
2023
51–76°F
dry
2022
45–72°F
dry
2021
59–79°F
dry
2020
60–72°F
rain
2019
60–77°F
dry
2018
69–78°F
rain
2017
68–81°F
rain
2016
50–76°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
The 50th Annual Apple Festival 5k and 1 mile race is a great way to start the Georgia Apple Festival presented by the Ellijay Lions Club. It is one of the longest running 5K events in Georgia.
Event Details
- Date: 2026-10-10
- Location: 32 McCutchen St, Ellijay, GA
- Distances: 5K and 1 mile race
- Organizers: Ellijay Lions Club
Registration Information
For more details and to register, please visit the following link:
Apple Festival 5K RegistrationCourse map
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