Dental Dash at Dawn 5K
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Dental Dash at Dawn 5K
Dental Dash at Dawn 5K is a fundraising run on November 7, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia, held at 3105 Clairmont Rd, Atlanta, GA 30329. The event raises funds for the DDD Foundation, a nonprofit dental clinic that provides specialized dental care to more than 5,000 patients with developmental disabilities from across Georgia and treats conditions including autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other developmental diagnoses.
The event offers multiple entry options:
- 5K individual run
- 5K Wheelchair Pusher
- 5K Wheelchair Rider (must register and sign waiver)
- Virtual race with local pick up of gear
- Virtual race with shipping of gear
Prizes and awards include $200 cash for top male, top female, and top wheelchair, a $500 cash prize for the largest team, and gold tooth trophies for first through third place in age categories (1-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+) plus wheelchair podium places.
Logistics noted by the organizer include early packet pick-up at the DDD Foundation dental clinic (3103 Clairmont Rd, Ste. C), race-day packet pick-up, free downloadable race photos, professional chip and gun timing by Start2Finish, a posted course map, ample free parking on an event parking deck adjacent to the start area, provided snacks and water at no extra cost, and restrooms near the start/finish. The event runs rain or shine; refunds are not offered. Wheelchair participants may self-push or be pushed and compete for the same prizes. Participants are asked to keep strollers, joggers, and pets to the back of the starting lineup and to be mindful of others on the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
