Gold Rush 5K

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

The Gold Rush 5K will take place on October 18, 2025, at the University of North Georgia - Memorial Hall, Dahlonega, GA. To learn more about the race, visit the official website: Gold Rush 5K.

📅 Packet Pick-Up and Registration

• Pre-Race Pick-Up: Available on Friday, October 17th, from 9:00am to 4:00pm at Lumpkin County Board of Education, 56 Indian Drive, Dahlonega, GA 30533.
• Race Day Registration: Available at UNG Memorial Hall starting at 7:00am. Registration on race day is $45.

🏞️ Course Details

This is a USATF Certified Course, Course #GA12001WC. The race starts and finishes at the University of North Georgia in front of Memorial Hall. Enjoy a scenic 5K course through the Dahlonega Town Square during The Annual Gold Rush Festival at the height of the colorful fall season in the North Georgia Mountains. View course map here: Course Map.

🏆 Awards

• Overall Awards: Overall male/female, Overall master (40+) male/female.
• Age Group Awards: 1st, 2nd, 3rd male and female for ages 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+.

🎽 Shirts, Refreshments, and More

• Race T-Shirts: All pre-registered participants will receive a race t-shirt. A limited number of shirts will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis on race day.
• Refreshments: Snacks, fruit, and sport drinks will be offered.
• Scenic Experience: Enjoy a scenic 5K course through the Dahlonega Town Square during The Annual Gold Rush Festival at the height of the colorful fall season in the North Georgia Mountains.

💖 Supporting the Community

ALL PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND THE LUMPKIN COUNTY COMMUNITY.