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Saturday, December 19th, 2026
50 N Park Square, Marietta GA
5K
37–54°F · some rain risk
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2025
39–59°F
dry
2024
40–54°F
dry
2023
26–42°F
dry
2022
26–48°F
dry
2021
38–60°F
rain
2020
28–49°F
dry
2019
27–48°F
dry
2018
40–54°F
dry
2017
46–61°F
dry
2016
32–49°F
dry
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About this race
11th Annual Dashing through the Square 5K Run/Walk
Date and Time: December 19, 2026, at 7:30 AM EST
Location: 50 N Park Square, Marietta, GA
Details:
- Event Type: 5K Walk/Run
- Qualifying Race: Northside Hospital Peachtree Qualifying Race
- Timing: Electronic chip timing for accuracy
- Proceeds: Support youth enrichment programs and community initiatives for Cobb County
Race Sponsorship
Sponsored by: The PEARL Foundation, Inc.
Important Race Information
- Race Date: December 19, 2026
- Start Time: 7:30 AM EST
- Virtual 5K: Participate from any location
- How to Participate: Run/jog/walk on your chosen route
Virtual 5K Details
- Flexibility: Race from ANY LOCATION at ANY TIME!
- Choose Your Route: Streets, parks, trails, or treadmill
- Race Day: Complete your distance on December 19, 2026
- Share Your Experience: Post photos and use #PEARLDASH2026
Race Benefits
All 5K race participants will receive a high-quality runner's t-shirt. A commemorative medal will be given to all race finishers.
Award medals will be presented to 1st & 2nd place male and female finishers in the following age groups: 17 and under, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80+
Note: T-shirt requests for individuals registering after December 1, 2026, are subject to availability.
Parking Information
Information about parking around Marietta Square can be found by clicking the following link: Parking Information. Some parking lots require payment by credit card only.
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