Dashing in the Dark
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Event overview
Dashing in the Dark is an evening 5K event on Saturday, February 28, 2026, in Canton, Georgia. The event takes place at Etowah River Park, 600 Brown Industrial Pkwy, Canton, GA 30114. The course is an out-and-back 5K with some hills; parts of the route are well-lit and other stretches are very dark, so use of a headlamp or flashlight is recommended. Water stations will be provided approximately every 1.5 miles.
Distances
- 5K
- 5K - No Shirt
- Virtual 5K
Registration and entry
Regular registration prices listed include a $35 fee for the 5K and the Virtual 5K, and $30 for the 5K-No Shirt; prices increase after registration deadlines. Participants who register by the specified deadline are guaranteed race swag in their size; later registrants receive swag while supplies last. Virtual packages are shipped after the event; shipping is available for the continental US only. Virtual participants submit their time by the end of race day for results.
Awards, charity and volunteering
All finishers receive a custom finisher medal. Awards include Top 3 Overall M/F and age-group awards in 5-year increments from 10 & Under through 75+. The event lists Georgia Alliance for Breast Cancer as the charity partner. Volunteer recruits who meet the stated requirements may receive a $50 Visa gift card after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
