The Cherokee Chase 5K and Fun Run is a running race on May 1, 2027 in Canton, GA, with entry fees from $20 to $25.
The 4th annual Cherokee Chase – presented by Cherokee Christian Schools, is a 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run held at Etowah River Park in Canton, GA. We hope you can join us for Race Day!
RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE ON RACE MORNING VIA QR CODE. CREDIT OR DEBIT CARD ONLY.
Race Proceeds will benefit the CCS Athletic Department.
Don't forget... if you register for the 5K, you will be entered to win 1 of 5 raffle prizes! These prizes are provided by local vendors. Come out and enjoy offerings from local vendors, bounce houses, and a fun family day in the sun!
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Race Day: Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Location: Etowah River Park: 600 Brown Industrial Pkwy, Canton, GA 30114
o 6:45-7:45am - Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup
o 8:00am – 5K
o 8:50am – Awards/ Raffle
o 9:00 – Fun Run
* Please be advised, any registration after April 13th will not be guaranteed a T-shirt
Gold Package: $400.00
Silver Package: $300.00
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
76°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Allatoona Dam 2, 16 mi from the venue.
Population
34,587
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,014 ft
Nearest Airport
PDK
DeKalb Peachtree Airport · 26 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 41 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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The Cherokee Chase 5K and Fun Run
May 1, 2027