When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
University of North Georgia - Memorial Hall, Dahlonega GA
Distance
5K
About this race
🏃♂️ Gold Rush 5K Race Details
The Gold Rush 5K will take place on October 17, 2026, at the University of North Georgia - Memorial Hall, Dahlonega, GA.
📅 Packet Pick-Up Information
- Date: Friday, October 17th
- Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm
- Location: Lumpkin County Board of Education, 56 Indian Drive, Dahlonega, GA 30533
- Race Day Registration: Available at UNG Memorial Hall starting at 7am ($45)
📍 Registration Location
University of North Georgia - Memorial Hall gymnasium
🏅 Course Details
This is a USATF Certified Course, Course #GA12001WC. Start and finish 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 the course map here: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6606049713
🏆 Awards
- Overall: male/female, Overall master (40+) male/female
- Age Group Awards: 1st, 2nd, 3rd male and female: 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-Shirt: 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 Course: 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 Our Community
ALL PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND THE LUMPKIN COUNTY COMMUNITY.
🔗 More Information
Course map
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