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Saturday, March 20th, 2027
University of North Georgia Campus, Dahlonega GA
5K
43–64°F · some rain risk
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2026
35–73°F
dry
2025
40–58°F
rain
2024
39–69°F
dry
2023
24–51°F
dry
2022
41–64°F
dry
2021
38–57°F
dry
2020
58–78°F
dry
2019
34–59°F
dry
2018
45–66°F
rain
2017
39–71°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Join us in a 5K road race through the rolling hills of North Georgia and historical downtown Dahlonega, GA featuring RFID chip timing. The race will start and finish at the drill field of The University of North Georgia. 80% of proceeds benefit South Enotah Child Advocacy Center &: 20% benefit PCAA (Prevent Child Abuse of America).
Event Date and Time
- Race Day Registration: 7:30 AM - Packet pick-up OPEN at Rec Center
- 5K Race Start: 8:30 AM - Start line is in front of Memorial Hall
Awards
Top overall male and female, top male and female masters (40 and over), top 3 Male/Female in the following age groups:
- Age Groups: 14 &: under
- Age Groups: 15 - 19
- Age Groups: 20 - 29
- Age Groups: 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60 &: over
Team Registration
Team registration is available! Teams of 10 or more receive a discount rate of $15 each.
- Team SignUp: Click Team SignUp on the left of the page.
- Registration Process: Registrants 1 through 9 pay standard rate.
- Refund Policy: 1 through 9 will receive a refund on the card used.
Beneficiary
Proceeds from this race go to benefit the South Enotah Child Advocacy Center and PCAA!
T-Shirt
T-shirts are guaranteed to all runners registered by 03/01. All registrants after will receive t-shirt while supplies last.
Pinwheels for Prevention
A blue and silver pinwheel will be placed in honor of your purchase at the Shamrock Race! The pinwheels are in support of Prevent Child Abuse America and serve as a reminder that we play a role in children's lives. Thank you so much for supporting PCAA! #ForTheKids
Race Information
For further details and registration, visit the official race page: Run Dahlonega 5K.
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