Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Join us for the 3rd Annual Superhero for Special Olympics 5K Run/Walk in Gainesville GA at the Marketplace. The race will be run on the Highlands to Island Trail. It is an out and back course.

In honor of my 29th Birthday this year we are running a 5k together! We are meeting for prayer at 6:45 am. Race will start at 7:00 am, and will end whenever the last one crosses the finish line! The race will be followed by awards and snacks! You MUST ONLY wear light purple tops, black bottoms, and your running sneakers! No pressure on running, you will be able to walk/jog if preferred!

Fast course that is a registered Peachtree qualifier! Prizes will be awarded to winners in all age categories. Hi! My name is Reina Agborsangaya, and I'm a Charity Ball Belle for this year's Junior League of Gainesville-Hall County sponsored by WomenSource. Help support my fundraising campaign by signing up to run in the Charity Ball Chase! Money raised will be used to support the Junior League’s outreach initiatives such as the Diaper Bank of North Georgia, Feeding Our Future program, Literacy For Hall and Reading Crew programs, and more! I hope to see you there! Thank you!

This is a fun event for the entire family. For those who might want to run a short distance to those who want to take a Thanksgiving morning stroll to the more serious runner that wants to run somewhat of a hilly course before chowing down on Thanksgiving Dinner. Very laid back but FUN!! This is our 17th year of a fun tradition offering a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon. We also have a 1mile FUN RUN. The 5K, 10K, Half participants will receive a nice soft quarter zip pullover. In order to receive a special quarter zip you must sign up by NOVEMBER 16th. The participants in the FUN RUN will receive a printed long sleeve drifit shirt and a medal - everyone is a winner!! We will also be providing digital timing this year! Fast results will be posted immediately. We ask that you bring 3 can goods to bib pick up or race morning to be donated to Gainesville First United Methodist Church to share with those in need over the holidays. Please bring at least 3 canned goods to benefit GFUMC with your registration! All races begin about 8:00 am (Right after FUN RUN) at the Riverside Military Academy track area. Package pickup will be on Wednesday 12:00 - 5:00 and race morning beginning at 7:00 am.The 1 mile FUN RUN will be at 7:45. This will be 4 loops on the track.The Half Marathon course is a challenging course with a few hills - self serve aid stations along the way.The 5K is an out and back loop and the 10K repeats the 5K course 2 times. 2 water stops provided. Porta Potty at 5K midway. PACKET PICK-Up will be available on Wednesday, Nov. 25th from 12:00pm to 5:00pm at Limestone Shirt Factory - 2480 Limestone Parkway, Gainesville, GA 30501.

Kick off your Thanksgiving Day with a fantastic new tradition — the Cops & Gobblers 5K in the heart of downtown Gainesville! Join neighbors, families, and first responders in a festive morning dash that earns you your turkey and a few extra helpings of stuffing. Whether you're chasing down the next PR, jogging with friends and family, or casually strolling before your big feast, this event is for you. Enjoy fresh morning air, music, and community spirit as you start and finish on the historic square. Registration and check-in opens at 6:30 AM, race starts at 8 AM sharp. Every participant can proudly wear their shirt and finisher medal to their Thanksgiving gatherings — and have bragging rights for extra pie!

Click HERE to purchase 2025 Santa Sprint Shirts, Hoodies, Beanies & Ornaments! 2026 Santa Sprint Store Coming Soon We are excited to be bringing the Green Street Santa Sprint back for the 2026 parade! Run through a crowd of thousands lining each side of Historic Green Street to cheer you on as you race by the decorated historic homes and the Christmas light-adorned oak trees. All while wearing a green Santa Suit! Then, join the City of Gainesville for our annual Christmas on Green Street celebration! This magical event includes a parade of antique cars, holiday floats, and marching bands starting at the Gainesville Civic Center and continuing all the way down Green Street! Before the parade, Green Street will be closed while people visit the historic homes and enjoy musical groups performing on front porches, magicians, face painters, balloon artists, storyteller, jugglers, Santa Claus, miniature train rides, and food trucks. The night will end with the Christmas on Green Street Parade and the traditional Lighting of the Rotary Tree at approximately 5:30 p.m. at the intersection of Green Street and West Academy Street! For more info about Christmas on Green Street, visit our website: https://www.exploregainesville.org/christmas-on-green-street/

This event was formerly the Embrace Race 5K held annually in February. 2027 will be our 14th anniversary of this event and feel a rebranding is necessary! We hope you will join us for the 14th Annual Blue Ribbon Run 5K & Fun Run! The race is an official PEACHTREE QUALIFIER!! All proceeds benefit the Edmondson Telford Child Advocacy Center, a children’s advocacy center serving child abuse victims in Hall & Dawson Counties. As a 501c3 non-profit, we provide forensic interview and medical examination services to suspected child abuse victims free of charge and coordinate cases of abuse with local agencies. Our mission is to be the place where trauma ends & healing begins. All participants will receive: Race ShirtGoody bagSnack/Drink **T-Shirts are guaranteed to those registered by 1/15/2027.

On March 14, Brenau University will host its annual Dempsey Dash 5K and 1K Fun Run in memory of the university’s long-time executive vice president and CFO, Wayne Dempsey. The event benefits the Wayne W. Dempsey Endowed Scholarship Fund, first funded in Dempsey’s memory in 2014 by an anonymous donor. Official Dempsey Dash T-shirts provided for all pre-registered participants by February 20. All other registered participants through race day will receive shirt while supplies last. Certified race: Certification # is GA24002DJ Why A Bowtie? Known for his impeccable style, Dr. Dempsey was a true "clotheshorse" who was rarely seen on campus without a sharp suit or a fashionable sport coat. His commitment to fashion was legendary—his sons even recall him mowing the lawn in penny loafers. His signature bow tie habit allegedly began in the late 1980s, inspired by his eldest son. Not content with clip-ons, Dr. Dempsey spent hours mastering the art of tying them by hand. This look soon became his professional calling card. Today, his sons cherish his extensive collection, continuing to wear his ties as a stylish tribute to a unique man. When to pick up participant bags or shirts? Saturday, at registration/check-in.

Age Group Awards Each award winner will receive a medal and $10 gift certificate to Big Peach Running Co. - BraseltonOverall Male and FemaleMasters Male and FemaleTop 3 M/F in the following age groups:  9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over Parking Parking is avaible in the Gainesville Square Parking Deck -or- Gainesville Government Center on Gordon Avenue and Banks Street. Packet Pick-Up Race Day Packet Pick-Up starts at 7:15 AM **Race T-Shirt is included in registration. Must be registered by 3/6/2025 to be guaranteed shirt in your size selected. Anyone registering after this date will receive shirt while supplies last.

Join us back at Riverside Preparatory Academy on Thursday, March 19 for our 18th annual Chamber Chase 5K and 2-mile Wellness Walk! Create a corporate team or bring your family to this exciting community event!

UNITED WE RUN for those struggling to make ends meet in Hall County. Join us as we race through Phase II of the scenic Highlands to Islands Trail. Proceeds will benefit United Way of Hall County’s One Hall: United Against Poverty Initiative. Events will be held rain or shine. In the event of dangerous weather, we will make every effort to reschedule. All entry fees are non-refundable and can be applied to the rescheduled event or donated to United Way of Hall County. To learn more about United Way of Hall County's focus areas, check out our Community Game Plan. To see how you can join the community-wide conversation regarding health in Hall County, check out our One Hall page. **This course is paved and USATF Certified** Certification Date: July 15, 2022

Join Anaweza for Our First Annual 5K & Fun Run! Come run, walk, or cheer with us at Gainesville’s downtown Midland Greenway as we launch Anaweza’s first annual community 5K benefiting Anaweza Kenya, an organization working to make healthcare and education accessible to underserved communities in rural Kisumu County, Kenya. 5K Run/Walk (All Ages & Abilities Welcome!) The 5K course is open to participants of all experience levels. Awards will be presented three deep in: Overall Master’s Age group categories We’ll also have: A stroller division award A four-legged friend division (starts at 8:05 AM), with a prize for the first dog-and-owner team to cross the finish line 1K (.6 mile) Fun Run Perfect for kids and families! Registration includes: Event t-shirt Finisher award T-shirt deadline for guaranteed sizing: April 27 Teams are encouraged! Gather your friends, family, coworkers, or neighbors and join the fun. Special recognition will be given to: The largest team The team that raises the most donations in support of Anaweza’s mission Schedule 7:00 AM — Packet pickup opens 7:45 AM — Pre-race meeting at the start line 8:00 AM — 5K begins 8:05 AM — Four-legged friend division begins 8:45 AM — Fun Run begins 9:00 AM — Awards ceremony (Amphitheater area) Free parking is available near the Greenway. Come be part of a fun, upbeat community event and help make a meaningful impact in Kenya!

Join us for a fun run/5K that makes a lasting impact! This family-friendly event will feature local vendors, finisher medals awarded by age group, and plenty of fun for participants of all ages. All proceeds benefit Hope for Burkina Faso Ministries, providing continued education, fresh water, food, medical care, and helping spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the people of Burkina Faso, Africa. Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, this race is a joyful way for the whole family to kick off summer while making a meaningful difference. Check out our website for more information about our ministries. We are a nonprofit organization.  Click HERE for our website!  Race packets will be available for pick-up the morning of the race starting at 6:30 am.  Register before May 16th to guarantee a T-Shirt!

Thank you for joining us for the American Legion Post 7 Be the One 5K! Whether you choose to run, walk, or ruck, your participation helps support veterans and strengthens our community. Your registration helps make this event possible while supporting the mission of American Legion Post 7. Once event expenses have been covered, proceeds from this race will help fund veteran and community programs, including a donation to The American Legion's Be the One initiative, which is dedicated to preventing veteran suicide and ensuring no veteran faces their struggles alone. Every Mile Matters. Every Step Saves Lives. Be the One.