Bird Dog Breakaway
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Bird Dog Breakaway
The Bird Dog Breakaway takes place on October 3, 2026 at Waynesboro City Park, 500 Shadrack Street, Waynesboro, GA 30830. The event includes running, walking, and several children’s races, plus an adaptive event for participants with special needs.
Event distances include:
- 5K
- 2 Miles
- 1 Mile kids race
- 50 Yards toddler race
- 440 Yards adaptive walk
Fee structure varies by event. Standard entries for the 5K and 2 mile walk carry an entry fee. School cross country teams and corporate teams of ten or more are offered a per-runner rate. The adaptive race is free. Payment by cash, check, or credit is accepted. Participants must be registered by September 11 to be guaranteed a race T-shirt.
Packet pick-up is available the day before at the Center for New Beginnings and on the event day at Waynesboro City Park. Parking is available nearby at KJ's Supermarket and The Wimberly House. The 5K and the 1 mile kids race are timed electronically.
Proceeds support the Center for New Beginnings, which provides services to children and adolescents with special needs. The center offers ABA therapy for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities and serves more than 60 children and families across three locations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.