
Running Into Summer 5K
Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT
- Location
- Blairsville, GA
- 490 Meeks Parks Rd, 30512
- Featured distance
- 5K
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Run or walk the Running Into Summer 5K to help local athletes attend summer camps. Enjoy a morning in Meeks Park for a great cause.
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Who it's for
- Beginner Friendly
- For a Cause
Great for: beginners, cause-driven runners
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
Join the North GA FCA for the Running Into Summer 5K, a meaningful event designed to raise funds for summer scholarships. This run or walk through Meeks Park in Blairsville, GA, directly supports local athletes attending FCA summer camps. Participants can enjoy a refreshing 5K course, with water and snacks provided, and the opportunity to compete for top finisher prizes. It's a wonderful way to contribute to a great cause while enjoying a morning outdoors.
What to expect
- Run or walk a 5K through Meeks Park.
- Enjoy water and snacks along the course.
- Compete for first, second, and third place prizes.
Standout details
- Fundraiser for youth summer camp scholarships
- Prizes for top 3 finishers
- Water and snacks provided
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Vibe Check
Steady Effort
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Hilly
- Timed race
From the organizer
Who: North GA FCA What: 5K run or walk When: April 18th 8:30am
Where: Meeks Park, Blairsville Why: Raise funds for summer scholarships for Athletes Cost: $25
Come run or walk with us, and help to support our local North GA FCA. This race is a fundraiser for summer scholarship for our local athletes to attend FCA summer camps.
Course will run through both sides of Meeks Park, staging area will be at Pavilion #2. COURSE INFO COMING SOON!
Water and snacks will be provided.
First, second, and third place prizes will be awarded!
Registration available until race day at 8:15am (including in person registration). However, participants are only guaranteed a shirt (extra cost) if registered by April 3rd. Participants can opt out of receiving a shirt if they would like!
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