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Saturday, November 14th, 2026
220 Pinetree Way, Dahlonega GA
5K
43–62°F · low rain risk
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2025
38–68°F
dry
2024
45–55°F
rain
2023
43–64°F
dry
2022
31–49°F
dry
2021
33–56°F
dry
2020
44–67°F
dry
2019
30–47°F
dry
2018
40–48°F
rain
2017
42–58°F
dry
2016
41–66°F
dry
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About this race
Lace Up Your Running Shoes and Help Shelter Animals!
Sign up for the 2026 Run for the Rescues 5K, a fun event for the entire family to support Lumpkin County Animal Services in Dahlonega. Whether you're a seasoned runner or prefer a leisurely walk, this event welcomes participants of all fitness levels — and their four-legged companions!
This year is extra special!
Groundbreaking has officially begun on the brand-new Lumpkin County Animal Shelter, a facility that will let us help even more of our community's needy animals. Every registration fee and donation directly supports this mission — from day-to-day life-saving care to the future of our shelter.
Your involvement helps provide:
- Life-saving medical treatments
- Spay/neuter services to prevent pet overpopulation
- Daily care, food, shelter, and love for animals awaiting their forever homes
- Community outreach and education programs
- Medical equipment for the new surgical suite at our shelter under construction
What You'll Enjoy:
- A fun run/walk in scenic Dahlonega
- The chance to win a dog/cat lovers gift basket in our raffle
- The opportunity to earn a medal for your age group (by decade) and overall man/woman
- The chance to meet your new bestie at our on-site adoption event!
- *Register before 11/1 and receive a FREE 2026 Run for the Rescues T-shirt!!!
Well-behaved, leashed dogs are encouraged!
- Where: Cottrell Elementary School, 220 Pinetree Way, Dahlonega
- When: Saturday, November 14, 9 am (Registration begins at 8:00 am)
Sign up today and be part of something bigger than a race. Be part of a rescue mission that saves lives, one step at a time.
*T-shirts are included for registrants of the in-person race only (not the virtual race).
Proudly organized by Friends of Lumpkin County Shelter Animals
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