In 52 days · Sat, Nov 7, 2026
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When
Saturday, November 7th, 2026
Where
1720 Lake Dow Rd., Mcdonough GA
Distance
5K
Typical weather
49–67°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
48–73°F
dry
2024
65–74°F
dry
2023
51–78°F
dry
2022
67–78°F
rain
2021
40–63°F
dry
2020
59–73°F
rain
2019
53–69°F
rain
2018
49–74°F
dry
2017
63–75°F
dry
2016
52–72°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Date: November 7, 2026
- Location: 1720 Lake Dow Rd., Mcdonough, GA
- Race URL: Mighty Hero Homes 5K
- Beneficiary: Mighty Hero Homes, dedicated to eliminating Veteran Homelessness
About the Mighty Hero Homes 5K
- Course: Scenic route through Lake Dow North and Lake Dow Estates communities
- Proceeds: All proceeds benefit Mighty Hero Homes
- Community Focus: Promotes health in the community
- Annual Event: This is the second annual event
Veteran Dedication and Nominations
- Dedication: Each race is dedicated to a Veteran
- Nominations: Accepting nominations for living, retired, active, or deceased Veterans
- Submission: Email nominations to [email protected]
- Drop-off Option: Sealed envelopes can be dropped off at the Mighty Hero Homes main office
Race Details
- Certification: USATF Course certified, GA25063WC
- Qualifier: Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race Qualifier
- Family Friendly: Dog and stroller friendly event with separate wave
- Registration: Begins at 06:30, race starts at 08:00
Awards and Donations
- Awards: For overall male and female finishers and top three runners in each age group
- Public Safety: Awards for overall top public safety finisher
- Stroller Award: Award for most decorated patriotic stroller
- Direct Donations: Donations can also be made at mightyherohomes.org
Course map
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Live prices near the start line, Nov 6 – 8, 2026.
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