Event Description
The Dawson Community Food Bank & Thrift is organizing our innaugural “Outrun Hunger” 5K charity run and walk!
This exciting community event will take place on Saturday, October 24th 2026 at Yahoola Creek Park in Dahlonega.
We'll have a great course, Custom Finisher Medals, Great Race shirts, and a load of good fun.
Food insecurity is real in North Georgia! Working family expenses have swelled by all measures so many local residents are struggling just to get by. All of the proceeds will go directly to supporting 3,000 local households of 8,800 individuals. This includes 1,900 seniors and 2,400 children.
The Dawson Community Food Bank & Thrift is a trusted 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity located at 92 Chestatee Industrial Park Drive. They are the largest food bank agency in the Georgia Mountain Food Bank network, supporting Dawson, Lumpkin and surrounding counties. However, they need help to keep pantry shelves fully stocked.
We're combining this event with a food drive/raffle. Every food item gets you a ticket and a chance to win something cool (prize list to come).
Can you say COSTUME CONTEST?
We can! Dress up as your favorite "food'.. ya know, ketchup, a banana, a pickle, whatever makes you grin. (Don't forget the runnin' shoes)
YES, there will in fact be prizes!
Sponsorship Opportunity!
We would love for your business to be an official sponsor of the “Outrun Hunger” 5K. Your support will help cover race setup costs, ensuring that every net dollar goes straight to helping local families fight hunger. Every sponsor will receive a free event t-shirt to proudly wear! We are offering three great options to showcase your business sponsorship:
$300 Bronze: Your business logo will be featured on the back of the shirt
$500 Silver: Your business logo will get prime larger placement on the shirt
$1,000 Gold: Your business will also be featured in event marketing as a Gold sponsor
Participants will also receive one raffle ticket for each canned or dry goods item brought to the event. Please consider sponsoring this event and also visiting for an operations tour. To move forward please email DawsonCommunityFoodBank.com before October 1 or contact Linda Benson at 678-410-4455.
Race Day Schedule (10/24/26)
- 8:00 AM - Race Day Registration & Check In Opens
- 9:00 AM - 5K Starts
Swag
Stay tuned for pics!
We'll have awards as follows:
- Top 3 Overall M/F
- Top 3 Overall Masters M/F
- Top 3 Overall Grand Masters M/F
Your 5k Course
Get ready to run, walk, and have a great time for a great cause!
Interactive Race Day Experience with RaceJoy
Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers!
We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the Outrun Hunger 5K.
Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers!
Some key RaceJoy features include:
GPS Progress Alerts
- Receive continual progress updates as you complete your goal.
Live GPS Tracking
- Remote spectators can track your progress live in a map view. You can also track others.
Send-a-Cheer
- Receive supportive audio cheers from remote friends & family.
Contact Form
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Event Location
1166 Captain McDonald Road
Yahoola Creek Park
Dahlonega, GA 30533 US
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