Blue Ribbon Run 5K 2027 — Gainesville, GA

Date
February 7, 2027
Location
Gainesville, GA
Venue
Candler Field (across from cabin, behind City Park)
Start Time
1:30 PM
Sunrise
7:26 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $30.00
Events
Fun Run, 5K Run/Walk
Includes
T-Shirt
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This event was formerly the Embrace Race 5K held annually in February. 2027 will be our 14th anniversary of this event and feel a rebranding is necessary! We hope you will join us for the 14th 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 1/15/2027.

Course & Travel Notes

The Blue Ribbon Run 5K starts at 1:30 PM, well after the 7:28 AM sunrise, giving you a full morning to prepare. Expect typical February weather in the Gainesville area with highs around 55°F and lows near 36°F, though be aware that about 40% of days see measurable rain this time of year. The venue sits at an elevation of 1,247 feet, which is moderate and generally manageable for most runners. Athens Ben Epps Airport is the nearest option, located 37.3 miles from the race venue.

⛰️ 1,247 ft elevation☀️ Typically 55°F / 36°F · 40% chance of rain✈️ Athens Ben Epps Airport (AHN) — 37.3 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Blue Ribbon Run 5K 2027 — Gainesville, GA?

Blue Ribbon Run 5K 2027 — Gainesville, GA takes place on February 7, 2027. The race is held in Gainesville, Georgia.

Where is Blue Ribbon Run 5K 2027 — Gainesville, GA held?

Blue Ribbon Run 5K 2027 — Gainesville, GA is held at Candler Field (across from cabin, behind City Park) in Gainesville, Georgia.

Where can I find hotels near Blue Ribbon Run 5K 2027 — Gainesville, GA?

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