Dawsonville, Georgia · Saturday, December 5, 2026
The Amicalola Falls Marathon is a half marathon and marathon event held on Saturday, December 5, 2026. It is located at 418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd in Dawsonville, Georgia.
JOIN US for the 18th annual FAST Pace Race 5K/10K/1K on Saturday, October 24, 2026
ABOUT OUR CAUSE:
Prostate cancer is the most common major cancer in American men today. One in six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. On Saturday October 24, 2026, Forsyth Area Striders Team (F.A.S.T.), along with the Prostate Condition Education Council (PCEC), is proud to present the 17th annual FAST PACE RACE. This event, and its proceeds, promotes awareness and provides education regarding the importance of screening and early detection.
ABOUT OUR TITLE SPONSOR: Advanced Urology
"Advanced Urology is Georgia's leading provider of high quality, urological care. We are ranked #1 on the Health Grades and are the only provider in the area to offer same day appointments. With 10 clinics and 7 ambulatory surgery centers conveniently located throughout the Atlanta area, Advanced Urology is committed to giving our patients the best experience possible by focusing on innovative treatments, exceptional service, and superior outcomes. Our highly skilled medical professionals work within our own state-of-the-art facilities and local hospitals where we are dedicated to making our patients feel comfortable and valued. Our patients are our highest priority, and we pride ourselves in offering exceptional care and service."
Event details and schedule
COURSE DESCRIPTION: We're Famous for our half-mile downhill start and finish on both 5k and the 10K courses! These courses were designed by runners, for runners. Both the 5K and 10K are chip-timed, point-to-point runs with an overall elevation drop to the finish line. The 5K faster than fast course will produce many memorable PRs and the 10K/5K with their exciting downhill finishes will boast many Peachtree Road Race qualifying times for 2027. We are now proven to be Metro Atlanta's fastest 5k.
Race Website: http://fastpacerace.org
PACKET PICKUP:
Early Packet Pickup Friday, October 23 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm in the ARENA BARN along side the ARENA.
Race day packet pickup opens at 6:30am inside the Cumming Fairgrounds in the ARENA BARN along side the ARENA.
T-SHIRTS:
Advanced technical fiber t-shirts are available in Men's or women's fitted cut for early registrations. All participants registered by October 16th will be guaranteed a race t-shirt. Participants registered on October 17th or later will not be guaranteed a t-shirt. Please note, the women's fitted shirt tends to be on the small size. Women who prefer a looser fit should request a Men's shirt.
FREE PARKING:
Parking will be available in the Cumming Fair Grounds Gate B or Lot 1. The fairgrounds will be the staging/finishing area with parking for approximately 2000 cars and ample restrooms attached to the arena.
ARRIVE ON TIME & be prepared to set a PR:
DON'T FORGET! Because this is a point-to-point course, you should arrive EARLY to be shuttled to the start. Buses for the 1-mile trip to the start line begin boarding at 7:00 am from the Fairgrounds and will end at 7:45 am. 5k and 10k begin promptly at 8:00 am. Maps will show multiple walking routes to the start line if preferred.
BAG CHECK:
Since we are a point to point race and it can be cool in October we will provide a bag check at the start line for warm up clothing, jackets and such to be transported back to the exhibit hall at the fairgrounds.
START LINE TRANSPORTATION:
The start line is approximately one mile from the fairgrounds. We will offer buses to transport runners/walkers to the starting line from 7:00 am - 7:50 am, or participants may choose to walk/run to the start via sidewalks.
COVERED ARENA POST RACE: 10k and 5k races finish in front of the Cumming Fairgrounds on Castleberry Road. Post-race snacks, beverages and ample restrooms will be available just over the Castleberry foot bridge. Overall Male/Female, Masters Male/Female, and Age Group awards (Male/Female in 5-year increments) will be provided to the top 3 finishers for both the 5k and 10k. All finishers will receive finishing medals. 1 mile fun run stays 100% within the fairgrounds.
DIRECTIONS from EXIT 14 GA400 to Fairgrounds:
Starting from Buford Hwy/GA-20 W at GA-400 Exit 14 1 Head northwest on Buford Hwy/GA-20 W toward Atlanta Rd/GA-20 W/GA-9 N - go 0.2 mi 2 Turn left at Atlanta Rd/GA-9 S - go 0.2 mi 3 Turn right at Hutchinson Rd (At light beside KFC) - go 0.6 mi 4 Turn right to stay on Hutchinson Rd - go 0.4 mi 5 Turn right at Castleberry Rd - go 0.9 mi Destination (Cumming Fairgrounds) will be on the left Parking at Gate B in the Fairgrounds Total: 2.2 mi from 400.
Gobble Gobble...It's Turkey Trot time & we'd love for you to run with us! This will be the "2nd helpings" of our Turkey Trots!
We are excited to bring back our Turkey Trot!~ Guidelines will be the same as prior, please note the specific dates in order to qualify for a complimentary race entry!
If you haven't crossed under our finish line this year...that's OK too...You can still come out and join us...it's just $22($25 on Race Day), in-person or virtual.
Back for 2026
5K, 10K, 15K or Half Marathon Distances
Virtual 5K, 10K, 15K, or Half Marathon available for only $22 ($25 on Race Day).
Swag available for purchase: Awesome Shirts $22 ($25 on raceday), Hoodies $27 ($30 on raceday), & Finisher Medals available for online purchase just $7.50 ($10 to purchase on Raceday!)
VOLUNTEERS FOR THIS RACE RECEIVE FIVE (5) FREE RACES. (Volunteers must sign up on the volunteer page.)
Two weeks before Thanksgiving in 2011, we decided that we wanted to give back to all the participants who came out to race with us over the course of the year. Thanksgiving morning seemed to be the perfect time, and giving them a FREE race would be the perfect way to say thanks. We're continuing that tradition...If you've crossed under our finish line in any race from Dec. 1, 2025 - Nov. 13, 2026, you've earned yourself a FREE 5K spot in ONE of the in-person Turkey Trot races. (Please note the dates. Running one of our Turkey Trots last year does NOT qualify for a free entry.)
Everything will be the same as Thanksgiving...but we're letting you race on Sunday, November 22nd in Cumming, GA!
THAT'S THIS RACE YOU ARE ABOUT TO REGISTER FOR!
Event details and schedule
5K – Saturday, November 14, 2026 9:15 a.m.
This is a timed event with several age/gender categories and awards will be made for 1st to 3rd places, in each category. Please visit (link) for further information and to register, or just buy a shirt and support our Ranger Vets.
10K – Saturday, November 14, 2025 9:00 a.m.
This is a timed event with several age/gender categories, and awards will be made for 1st to 3rd places, in each category. Parking is abundant in Dahlonega, and all safety precautions will be taken. Please visit (link) for further information and to register, or just buy a shirt and support our Ranger Vets.
Half Marathon (Mountain Marathon) Sunday, November 15, 11:30 am. to 3:00 pm
This event uses all the same forestry roads the US Rangers train on. Tough YES, but not too tough for runners capable of covering the 13.1 miles. This course starts and finishes on the airfield at Camp Merrill. Almost all of the half marathon course is off-pavement on service roads that curl through the Appalachian Mountains, only feet from the Appalachian Trail. Challenge yourself with two grueling hills where America’s best soldiers are trained. Parking is abundant. Food and Beverage will be available at the on-post service Club, The Overhang, after the event. This includes beer and wine and a full menu. You can count on some active duty Rangers to be running the course. Please visit (link) for further information and to register, or just buy a shirt and support our Ranger Vets.
Ranger Challenge - 5K OR 10K Plus Half Marathon
Sign up for two races - the 5K OR, the 10K on Saturday, November 14th AND the half marathon on SUNDAY, November 15th, for an extra challenge!
*Pre-registration strongly requested for planning purposes. Walk-up registrants will not be guaranteed a T-shirt for the event.
Event Details:
Race Day Registration 5K and 10K - SATURDAY, November 14th from 07:30-08:45am at Hancock Park
Race Start Times - 10K @ 9:00am and 5K @ 9:15am
Race Day Registration Half Marathon - SUNDAY, November 15th from 10:30am to 11:15am at the Overhang at Camp Merrill
Race Start Time @ 11:30am to 3:00 pm
Awards
5K awards - Overall Male/Female, Masters Male/Female and Age Groups 1st, 2nd and 3rd place starting at 10 and Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and Up
10K and Half Marathon awards - Overall Male/Female, Masters Male/Female and Age Groups 1st, 2nd and 3rd place starting at 14 and Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and Up
Top overall male/female per category are recognized with a Custom Crafted Ranger Plaque