
From the Organizer
Starting at Nathan Dean Park in Rockmart, this scenic 5K goes down the scenic Silver Comet Trail with slight inclines along the river, and ends back at the park where there will be inflatables, food trucks, games and music provided by J103.
While our runners are competing, we will also have a 1 mile Fun Run/ Wheelchair Roll for anyone else wanting to get in on the fun, but not the distance. We look forward to a good time while raising money for Spinal Cord Injury Survivors, helping them to LIVE, not just survive and turn their I CAN’Ts into I CANS!
Shirts will be provided for those who pre-register up until September 1st. After September 1st, shirts cannot be guaranteed.
CHECK OUT THE 2 NEW ENTERTAINMENT Features we have added this year....!!
RACE SCHEDULE:
5:00 pm Race Day Registration opens
6:15 pm Race Day Registration closes
6:30 pm 5K
6:45 pm 1 Mi. Fun Run / Walk / Wheelchair
7:00pm 50-yard 'Tot Trot'
7:30 pm Raffle
7:45 pm Awards Ceremony
PRE-REGISTRATION RACE FEE:
$30 -- 5K Run/Walk
$30 -- 1 Mile Run/Walk/Wheelchair
FREE -- 50-Yard 'Tot Trot' (No t-shirt here, just fun. No registration required.)
RACE DAY REGISTRATION FEE
$40 -- 5K Run/Walk
$40 -- 1 Mile Run/Walk/Wheelchair
FREE -- 50-Yard 'Tot Trot' (No t-shirt here, just fun. No Registration required.)
Q. Interested in becoming a SPONSOR?! Please contact April Tanner: aht612@yahoo.com
5K RACE COURSE
This 5K is an out-and-back route that starts and finishes in Nathan Dean Park. Utilizing the beautiful Silver Comet Trail, with slight inclines along the river, this course is sure to be an scenic experience.
1 Mile RACE COURSE
1 Mile is an out-and-back route that starts and finishes in Nathan Dean Park. Utilizing the beautiful Silver Comet Trail, with slight inclines along the river, this course is sure to be an scenic experience.
Tot Trot RACE COURSE
This adorable run is for kiddos ages 6 & under and will allow the kiddos to run about 50 yards and experience crossing the finish line like the grown-ups!! Parent/Guardians may accompany their child.
5K AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall (Male & Female)
Top Master (Male & Female)
Top 3 in each of the following Age Categories (Male & Female):
14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over
NOTE: The '1 Mile' and the 'Tot Trot' are mostly just for fun...BUT hey...your reward is to be a part of something special!!
RESULTS:
Professional Timing and Results will be provided by Wire2Wire Running, LLC. https://www.wire2wirerunning.com/
PARKING on RACE DAY:
There is plenty of FREE parking available at the Nathan Dean Park (Sports Complex 100 Industrial Dr., Rockmart, GA 30153)
DOGS & STROLLERS:
For the safety of the 5K runners, dogs are not permitted with runners on the 5K route. Dogs on leashes are fine for the 1Mi Run/Walk.
CANCELATION / WEATHER / REFUNDS:
This event will be held rain or shine, warm or cold weather unless event organizers determine in conjunction with local authorities that conditions necessitate cancelation. If cancelation is necessary, no credits or refunds will be provided and registered participants for the 5K/1M distances will be transferred to the rescheduled date.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
86°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
19%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cedartown, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
5,142
as of 2023
City Elevation
772 ft
Nearest Airport
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 44 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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Days to train
Coming Up
Cedartown Wheelchair Athlete Training Camp & Wheelchair 5K
11 miles away
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The Donut Dash 5K
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The "Downtown Cartersville 5K" (and a 1K Fun Run) to support Backpack Buddies
19 miles away
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CadeSTRONG 5K Run-and-Roll
Sep 12, 2026