Join us as we wrap up the end of the school year at the first Down to the Wire 5K & Fun Run on May 17, 2026, at Wire Park! This event hosted by NG3 is a great opportunity for families, students, and the community to come together for a fun and active afternoon. All proceeds will benefit Oconee County Schools and NG3, supporting programs that make a difference for local students. The 1-mile Fun Run begins at 3:00 PM, followed by the 5K race at 3:30 PM. Come out to run, walk, and celebrate the start of summer together! Registration on or before May 4, 2026 will guarantee a t-shirt. Registrations after this date may or may not receive a t-shirt based on availability. Time: 2:30 PM - Race day registration and packet pick-up OPEN 3:00 PM - 1Mile Fun Run Start 3:30 PM - 5K Race Start Awards: For 5K race - Top 3 overall male and female. Top 3 Male/Female in the following age groups: 8 & under, 9-14, 15 - 19, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60 - 69 & 70+. Pricing: 5K - $25 until 5/8/26 and
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Down to the Wire 5k and Fun Run 2026 — Watkinsville, GA
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 17.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Watkinsville, GA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
