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When
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Where
652 Haig Mill Lake Rd., Dalton GA
Distance
5K
Typical weather
61–80°F · low rain risk
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2025
57–77°F
dry
2024
61–84°F
dry
2023
60–85°F
dry
2022
53–78°F
dry
2021
66–74°F
rain
2020
45–69°F
dry
2019
72–96°F
dry
2018
66–84°F
dry
2017
62–81°F
dry
2016
60–83°F
dry
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About this race
Lance's Legacy 5K and Fun Run
Date: 2026-10-03
Location: 652 Haig Mill Lake Rd., Dalton, GA
For more information, visit: Lance's Legacy Race
Event Background
- Inspiration: In January of 2026, the running community in Dalton, Georgia and Charlotte, North Carolina lost a vibrant person with a passion for running, Lance Sotelo.
- Tragedy: He was tragically hit and killed while on a run.
- Legacy: His family has decided to continue his legacy of perseverance, acceptance, and love through a non-profit called Lance's Legacy.
- Goal: At Lance's Legacy, we want to offer scholarships to high school and collegiate runners who exhibit the same perseverance, acceptance, and love exhibited by Lance.
Event Purpose
- First Annual: We will be hosting the first annual Lance's Legacy 5K and Fun Run on Lance's birthday.
- Honor: Join us in honoring his legacy.
- Support: Raising funds to support athletes.
- Scholarships: Offer scholarships to deserving runners.
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