Events
Description
Like Running or Walking? Love Moonshine? This race is for you!
Join us on Friday, July 26, 2024 at 7:00pm for an exciting annual event that features Grandaddy Mimm's Distilling Co! The Grandaddy Mimm’s Distillery is located right in the heart of downtown Blairsville, Georgia and all of their moonshine, whiskey, vodka, and spirits are made on-site! Whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the spirits this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com.
Registration Includes:
Super Soft Ring Spun Cotton T-Shirt
Finisher Medal
Moonshine Mason Jar
Chip Timed Race Bib
and a classic Mimm's Georgia Peach Lemonade*
2024 Official Race Swag
Registration Includes:
- Super Soft Ring Spun Cotton T-Shirt
- Finisher Medal
- Moonshine Stadium Cup
- Chip Timed Race Bib
- and a classic Mimm's Georgia Peach Lemonade*
What's in that jar?
*Mimm's Georgia Peach Lemonade: This southern, summer refresher offers everything Georgia is known for. Lemonade, just like your grandma used to pour up while you sat on the front porch... Fresh peaches from the Peach State... and two Grandaddy Mimm's Distilling Co. peach moonshines. Since Grandaddy Mimm's was voted Best Distillery in Georgia, we made sure we gave you a little extra taste of greatness.
- 1.5 oz. Handcrafted Peach Moonshine
- 1.5 oz. Fresh Peach Cobbler Moonshine
- Lemonade
- Peaches
Place
112 Wellborn St
Blairsville, GA US 30512
Course Map
The Course will begin and end at the Distillery! Besides running on roads, you will be on the golf course for the majority of the race. Enjoy!
CLICK HERE FOR AN INTERACTIVE MAP
Charity Partner
Details are still fermenting... but we are finalizing details with our official local charity partner and will update this information soon!
Age Group Awards and More Info
This event will be offering Age Group Awards! In addition to scoring all of the great swag listed above, the top M/F finisher in each age category also receives a custom age group award!
5 Year Categories: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44,. 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & Over
Important details:
- Competitive Runners, please start with the first group to be eligible for an age group award.
- If your event has wave start times, age group winners must start with the first wave to be eligible for a medal.
- There will be no age group ceremony. Please look up your results at www.J3Timing.com after finishing and if you placed top 1 in your category please visit the registration table to pick up your award.
- Age Group medals will be available for pickup 1 hour after the start of the first wave - age group awards are only available the day of the event and will not be available for shipment once the event has concluded.
FAQ's
- Is the race only for 21+? No, minors are welcome to participate and receive a discounted registration that includes a shirt, medal and bib (these participants will not receive a glass or any alcoholic beverages).
- Are strollers allowed? You are welcome to use a stroller for this event but it is not recommended due to uneven ground on the course and children in strollers can participate for free and do not need to register.
- Is walking allowed? Yes absolutely!
- Are Dogs Allowed? Dogs are allowed at this event but they will not be able to join you on the course.
- I still have questions, who do I contact? If you have a question, someone else probably does too. Email us using the contact us form below and we'll add it to this page
Packet Pickup
Packet Pickup has been updated to Race Day Only and will open an hour before the event starts.
Professionally Timed By
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Grandaddy Mimm's Distilling Co., Mountain Shelter Thrift Store, Union Co. Civic Center, and Downtown Blairsville Public Parking
Food Truck
We are excited to announce that the food vendor for this event will be Jim's Smokin Que!
Virtual Option
Can't join us in person, but love the awesome race swag? Register for the virtual option and do your 5k race at any location and time/date that you choose! Registration includes FREE SHIPPING to your door and includes the Shirt, Finisher Medal, and Mason Jar
