8 running events in Oconee County, Georgia

We're excited to present the 16th Annual Dirty Spokes 6.0/2.8 Mile Trail Running Race at Heritage Park in Watkinsville Ga. Nestled in the woods of suburban Atlanta lies a true gem. The well groomed system of trails with gentle slopes and beautiful scenery will leave you breathless, (If that doesn't the 6.0/2.8 miles will) This is a great single and double track off road running experience. The terrain is made up of a little bit of everything, rolling hills, technical sections (rocks, roots and tight twisty sections), and a shallow/narrow creek crossing. The course if beautiful and offers something for every runner truly wishing to "ditch the city".

All racers will receive a long sleeve super soft tri blend shirt.

Packet pickup will be the morning of the race starting at 7:00a.m to 8:00a.m. Race starts at 8:30 a.m. SHARP!

Dirty Spokes will be handing out medals and prizes to our overall top 3 male and female finishers for each race as well as overall male and female maters, grandmasters and senior grandmasters winners. We will also be handing out medals to our top 3 male and female finishers in each age group (9&U, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-49, 80&U) - you must be present to receive your medal as they will not be mailed.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the 2026 Run for Gold 5K and Fun Run has been canceled.

Put on your "luckiest" festive gear and join us at our annual Run for Gold 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run! Run for Gold is proudly brought to you by the Oconee Parks Foundation!

This family friendly 5K and Fun Run benefits the Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department, and all proceeds from this event will go towards on-going park projects at the Oconee Parks and Recreation Department.

Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome! See you there!

In partnership with Fresh Wind Recovery Ministry, the Chick Fil A Leader Academy of Westminster Christian Academy is sponsoring a Miles for Smiles 5K on Saturday, April 25th at Wire Park in Watkinsville. Fresh Wind Recovery Ministry helps people overcome substance abuse and points them to Jesus. Our goal is to raise funds to help Fresh Wind with program costs and the need for more housing and bedding as they continue to grow and impact the lives of those pouring in their doors. We hope to come alongside them with celebratory hearts for all God has done and is doing in the lives of their clients. We hope our community will SMILE big for the freedom they have in their recovery.

ALMOST Memorial Day 4K

Clover Glove Race

Watkinsville, GA Saturday, May 23, 2026 – 11:04 am

Event: 4K Run - 11:04 a.m. SATURDAY BEFORE MEMORIAL DAY.

Location: The race will be run on paved streets inside the J. Phil Campbell Station at 1420 Government Station Road, Watkinsville, GA. This is the location of the Oconee County Extension Office.

Entry Fee: $20

Race Day Registration: Begins at 9:44 a.m.

Awards: Points in Clover Glove and Black Bag Race Series. American Flag for Overall winner. 4-H medals are available for other runners.

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