Foot Pursuit 5K and Fun Run

Sat, May 9, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location: Dahlonega, GA; 385 East Main Street, 30533
Type: RUN

At a glance

Run with purpose at the Foot Pursuit 5K and Fun Run, supporting local youth programs with the Lumpkin County Sheriff's Office.

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For a Cause

Join the Lumpkin County Sheriff's Office and Team Give Back for the 3rd annual Foot Pursuit 5K and Fun Run in Dahlonega, GA. This event supports the Lumpkin County Sheriff's Office Youth Programs, offering a meaningful way to engage with the community. Runners can choose between a timed 5K or a relaxed Fun Run, with awards for top finishers across various age groups. Enjoy a morning of movement and community connection, knowing your participation contributes to a local cause.

What to expect

Choose your pace with a 5K or a shorter Fun Run.
Compete for overall and age group awards.
Enjoy a water station and snacks along the course.

Standout details

Supports youth programs
Hosted by Sheriff's Office
Awards for top finishers
No inmates participate disclaimer

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

3.1 Miles
Sat, May 9, 8:00 AM EDT · From $38.10
Opens Feb 2, 2026, 2:00 AM EST · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Fun Run
Sat, May 9, 9:00 AM EDT · From $16.90
Opens Feb 2, 2026, 2:00 AM EST · Closes May 9, 2026, 4:59 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

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The course

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Timed race

From the organizer

Join the Lumpkin County Sheriff's Office and Team Give Back as we host our 3rd annual Foot Pursuit 5K. Proceeds from this event will go toward Lumpkin County Sheriff's Office Youth Programs.

DATE: Saturday May 9, 2026

TIME: 8:00am 5K / 9:00am Fun Run / 9:30am Awards

LOCATION: Start and Finish line will be at the Sheriff's Office (385 East Main Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533)

PARKING: Court House Hill and Greenbriar Shopping Center (Harbor Freight Parking)

SHIRTS: Shirts will be provided for all PRE-REGISTERED participants registered before Friday April 17, 2026

AWARDS: Awards will be given to the OVERALL male and female and the top three male/ female in each age division

DIVISIONS: Overall Male, Overall Female, 12 and under, 13-19 / 20-24 / 25-29 / 30-34 / 35-39 / 40-44 / 45-49 / 50-54 / 55-59 / 60-64 / 65-69 / 70-74 / 75-79 and 80 and up

PACKET PICKUP:

Saturday 7:00am to 8:00am at Lumpkin County Sheriff's Office (385 East Main Street, Dahlonega GA 30533)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Contact Mitzi Deaton at teamgivebackga@gmail.com

** Water station and snacks provided along course **

DISCLAIMER - NO INMATES PARTICIPATE IN THIS RUN.

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