Darrell Plank Memorial 5k Walk/ Run

Sat, May 23, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT

Location: 5497 Mennonite Church Rd, Montezuma, GA 31063
Distance: 5K
Type: Run

Official registration Past results

Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).

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Join for a chip-timed 5K and a community day at the firehouse, honoring a fallen hero and bringing everyone together.

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Military & First Responders

The Darrell Plank Memorial 5k Walk/Run invites the community for a day of remembrance and togetherness in Montezuma, GA. This event honors Darrell Plank, a Macon County firefighter who lost his life in the line of duty. Beyond the chip-timed 5K, the day at the firehouse offers educational activities, demonstrations from firefighters, and family-friendly fun, all free to the public. It's a meaningful opportunity to connect and support local heroes.

From the organizer

Come join us for a fun, educational day at the firehouse. Activities include a CPR & choking class, and bouncy house and water slide for the kids. There will also be a demonstrations from the firefighters on different jobs they perform. Food will be provided and this event is free to the public. The morning's 5K run/walk will be chip timed. Come join us for an enjoyable day!!! This day is intended to remember and keep alive the memory of Darrell Plank who lost his life on May 23, 2017, in the line of duty serving with the Macon County Fire Department and we would love to see it bring us together for a day as a community.