The Way Home Famous Families 5k and Fun Run
Sat, Jun 6, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Dawsonville, GA
- 445 Martin Rd., Rock Creek Park, 30534
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Run as your favorite famous family in this costume 5K, supporting local children and families with every step.
- Fun
- Quirky
- For a Cause
Fun
Quirky
For a CauseGather your family, friends, or colleagues for The Way Home Famous Families 5k and Fun Run in Dawsonville, GA. This unique event invites you to run dressed as your favorite fictional or non-fictional family, with a special prize awarded for the best costumes. Beyond the fun, your participation directly supports local children and families. All proceeds fund scholarships for individual and family counseling, along with caregiver training for those raising children from challenging backgrounds, including foster care. It's a joyful way to make a meaningful impact.
What to expect
- Enjoy a 5K run or fun run with a unique costume theme.
- Dress as a famous family for a chance to win a special prize.
- Support local children and families through your participation.
Standout details
- Run dressed as your favorite famous family
- Proceeds support local children and families
- Special prize for best costumes
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Distances & registration
3 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sat, Jun 6, 9:00 AM EDT · From $23.60
Opens Jan 15, 2026, 3:14 AM EST · Closes Jan 30, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
- 5K
Sat, Jun 6, 8:00 AM EDT · From $28.60
Opens Jan 15, 2026, 3:14 AM EST · Closes Jan 30, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
Virtual 5K
Sat, Jun 6, 8:00 AM EDT · From $28.60
Opens Jan 15, 2026, 3:14 AM EST · Closes Jan 30, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoingwarm-day exposure
- Rolling area
- Warm season
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Rolling
- Timed race
From the organizer
Bring your family, friends, teammates, small group, or colleagues to run dressed as your favorite fictional or non-fictional family (think Flinstones, Jetsons, Clarks, Addams...the sky's the limit!) and partner with us to work towards meeting the complex needs of local children and families. All proceeds will provide scholarships for individual and family counseling, as well as caregiver training and coaching for families raising children from hard places, such as children with foster care involvement. A special prize will be given for the best costumes!
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