12 events in Gainesville, Georgia

DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS, THIS RACE HAS BEEN DELAYED 1 WEEK TO FEBRUARY 8!!!

This event was formerly the Embrace Race 5K held annually in February. 2025 will be our 13th anniversary of this event and feel a rebranding is necessary! We hope you will join us for the 13th Annual Blue Ribbon Run 5K & Fun Run! The race is an official PEACHTREE QUALIFIER!!

All proceeds benefit the Edmondson Telford Child Advocacy Center, a children’s advocacy center serving child abuse victims in Hall & Dawson Counties. As a 501c3 non-profit, we provide forensic interview and medical examination services to suspected child abuse victims free of charge and coordinate cases of abuse with local agencies. Our mission is to be the place where trauma ends & healing begins.

All participants will receive:

• Race Shirt

• Goody bag

• Snack/Drink

**T-Shirts are guaranteed to those registered by 1/16/2026.

On March 14, Brenau University will host its annual Dempsey Dash 5K and 1K Fun Run in memory of the university’s long-time executive vice president and CFO, Wayne Dempsey. The event benefits the Wayne W. Dempsey Endowed Scholarship Fund, first funded in Dempsey’s memory in 2014 by an anonymous donor.

Official Dempsey Dash T-shirts provided for all pre-registered participants by February 20. All other registered participants through race day will receive shirt while supplies last.

Certified race: Certification # is GA24002DJ

Why A Bowtie?

Those who knew Dr. Dempsey remember him as quite the clotheshorse. Always dressed to the nines, he had a reputation for impeccable style. He was almost always seen around campus in a well-coordinated suit and tie or a fashionable sport coat. Even his sons recall him as a younger man cutting the grass in a pair of penny loafers! It's unclear exactly how his signature bow tie habit began. His older son claims to have started wearing bow ties in the late 80s, forging his own fashion identity. The elder Dempsey, admiring the look, decided to give them a try himself. Taking it a step further, Dr. Dempsey even sought out lessons to learn how to tie them properly. He and his son spent hours practicing and mastering the skill. From there, the trademark look was born. Dr. Dempsey frequently sported bow ties in his daily professional life, and they became his calling card. After his passing, his sons inherited his tie collection, and one continues to wear the bow ties today. In this way, the bow tie

has become a unique and touching way to remember a great and unique man

When to pick up participant bags or shirts?

Saturday, at registration/check-in.

Age Group Awards

• Each award winner will receive a medal and $10 gift certificate to Big Peach Running Co. - Braselton

• Overall Male and Female

• Masters Male and Female

• Top 3 M/F in the following age groups: 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over

Parking

• Parking is avaible in the Gainesville Square Parking Deck -or- Gainesville Government Center on Gordon Avenue and Banks Street.

Packet Pick-Up

• Race Day Packet Pick-Up starts at 7:15 AM

**Race T-Shirt is included in registration. Must be registered by 3/6/2025 to be guaranteed shirt in your size selected. Anyone registering after this date will receive shirt while supplies last.

UNITED WE RUN for those struggling to make ends meet in Hall County.

Join us as we race through Phase II of the scenic Highlands to Islands Trail. Proceeds will benefit United Way of Hall County’s One Hall: United Against Poverty Initiative.

Events will be held rain or shine. In the event of dangerous weather, we will make every effort to reschedule. All entry fees are non-refundable and can be applied to the rescheduled event or donated to United Way of Hall County.

To learn more about United Way of Hall County's focus areas, check out our Community Game Plan.

To see how you can join the community-wide conversation regarding health in Hall County, check out our One Hall page.

This course is paved and USATF Certified Certification Date: July 15, 2022

Our First Annual Mental Health Awareness Race

Mind Over Miles 5K is a community movement.

In honor of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, this event exists to raise awareness about mental health, inspire community connection, and promote healthy coping outlets — like movement!

This race is open to all ages and fitness levels because every individual has a story and every mile carries meaning.

Together, we move for hope.

Together, we move for healing.

Together, we move for mental health.

Join us for a fun run/5K that makes a lasting impact!

This family-friendly event will feature local vendors, finisher medals awarded by age group, and plenty of fun for participants of all ages. All proceeds benefit Hope for Burkina Faso Ministries, providing continued education, fresh water, food, medical care, and helping spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the people of Burkina Faso, Africa. Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, this race is a joyful way for the whole family to kick off summer while making a meaningful difference.

Check out our website for more information about our ministries. We are a nonprofit organization.

Click HERE for our website!

Race packets will be available for pick-up the morning of the race starting at 6:30 am.

Register before May 16th to guarantee a T-Shirt!