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Walking Events Calendar near Athens 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Athens for 2026-2027! We've gathered 15 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
July 2026
The event offers a 5K walk starting at the Braselton Brother's Department Store Building lower patio on the Davis Street side in Braselton, GA. Registration opens 2/13/2026 and closes 7/25/2026, the fee is $30, and the walk takes place alongside th..
August 2026
September 2026
Walkers can take part in the 3.1 Miles run and walk for Mental Health and IDD awareness. The event starts at Madison County HS Track Field, 600 Madison Street, Danielsville GA.
Walk options include 3.1 Miles 5K, 6.2 Miles 10K and 10 Miles 10 Miler, with the 10K and 10 Mile courses out and back on the Firefly Trail. The event starts at 206 Veazey Street, Union Point, GA, and virtual entries are offered.
October 2026
Walkers can choose a 5K course or a shorter 1 Mile route at Oconee Veterans Park, 3500 Hog Mountain Road, Watkinsville GA. The event is a run walk format alongside running races and benefits local first responders.
Walkers can choose the 5K or the shorter 1K at Little Mulberry Park at the Fence Road entrance near Hwy 324 in Auburn. Walkers, strollers, and leashed dogs are welcome; dogs must be vaccinated, wear ID, be on a 6ft or less leash and supervise..
November 2026
Walkers may choose 3.1 Miles or 1 Miles routes from Harmony Elementary School, 934 Harmony Church Road, Monroe GA. The event supports a local Shop With A Hero toy program and asks participants to bring wrapping paper, bags and tape; it runs a..
Walkers may follow the certified 5K route from First Baptist Church Jefferson on Thanksgiving Day to benefit the FBC Jefferson Food Bank. Parking is at Jefferson High School within walking distance; canned food drop off and bottled water are avai..
February 2027
Walkers may use the 5K (3.1 miles) trail that starts and finishes along the Broad River on a private conservation farm, winding through meadows, hardwood forest and longleaf pine. An optional group Polar Plunge follows with bonfires, hot coffee,..