Lance's Legacy 5k and Fun Run
Lance's Legacy 5k and Fun Run is a running race on October 3, 2026 in Dalton, GA, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- October 3, 2026 (72 days to go)
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
In January of 2026, the running community in Dalton, Georgia and Charlotte, North Carolina lost a vibrant person with a passion for running, Lance Sotelo. He was tragically hit and killed while on a run. His family has decided to continue his legacy of perserverance, acceptance, and love through a non-profit called Lance's Legacy. At Lance's Legacy, we want to offer scholarships to high school and collegiate runners who exhibit the same perserverance, acceptance, and love exhibited by Lance. We will be hosting the first annual Lance's Legacy 5K and Fun Run on Lance's birthday. Join us in honoring his legacy and raising funds to support athletes and offer scholarships.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
79°
Typical Low
54°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dalton, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Dalton, GA
Population
34,402
as of 2023
City Elevation
806 ft
Nearest Airport
CHA
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) · 23 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 84 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Lance's Legacy 5k and Fun Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
72
Days to train
- Race
- Lance's Legacy 5k and Fun Run
- Date
- October 3, 2026
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Lance's Legacy 5k and Fun Run
Oct 3, 2026