Live Like Josh 2027 — Carrollton, GA

Date
April 29, 2027
Location
Carrollton, GA
Venue
1500 Lovvorn Road
Start Time
6:00 PM
Sunrise
6:52 AM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $40.00
Events
Live Like Josh 5K, Walk for Josh 1.1, Shirt ONLY purchase, Touchdown Dash for Josh
Includes
T-Shirt
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Live Like Josh takes place on April 30, 2026, in Carrollton, Georgia, at 1500 Lovvorn Road with a 6:30 PM start time. The event offers three distance options: a 1-mile option, a 5K, and a 5-mile race, accommodating runners and walkers at different fitness levels. Entry fees range from $15 to $35 depending on your chosen distance. The evening start makes this race accessible for those who prefer cooler temperatures or have daytime commitments, and the variety of distances means you can pick the challenge that matches your current training phase. Whether you're building base fitness or seeking a longer outing, the options available let you tailor your race experience.

From the Race Organizer
The Josh Waldrep Foundation is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) started to honor Josh and raise awareness about the condition Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome, (CVS). The Foundation is proud to sponsor scholarships to the University of West Georgia, Carrollton High School, and donations towards finding a cure for CVS. The Live Like Josh event is ready to host 2027 with a 5K hosted on the University of West Georgia Athletic complex. Join us at 6:00 pm at the Stadium Concourse to hear memories of Josh and know more about CVS. We invite all children (12 and under) to participate in the Touchdown Dash for Josh at 6 pm on the UWG Wolves football field. We will start the 5K and 1.1 mile walk from the University of West Georgia stadium home ticket booth at 6:30pm. The 5K will travel around the Athletic complex and showcase the stadium, the wolf statue and several other athletic fields. The 1.1 mile walk will make the distance loop around the beautiful Wolves Football Field from start to finish line. Sign up as an individual or get a group to sign up as a team to win a team prize for the most participants in a team. All abilities are welcome. Stay after the 5K to enjoy pizza with friends at the Stadium Concourse! Can't make it to race day? Sign up for our virtual event! Race medals for the 5K will be awarded to overall male and female, 9 and under male and female, 10-19 male and female, 20-29 male and female, 30-39 male and female, 40-49 male and female, 50-59 male and female, 60-69 male and female, 70+ male and female. Early Packet Pick-Up : 4/26 to 4/28 from 10am - 6pm SoleRoots Store (150 Maple Crossing Carrollton, GA 30117) Race Day pick-up starts at 5 pm at the the University of West Georgia Stadium Concourse. Check-in on race day closes at 6:15 pm for the race to start on time at 6:30.

Course & Travel Notes

At 1,040 feet elevation, Carrollton presents minimal altitude considerations for pacing. The race starts at 6:00 PM, well after the 6:54 AM sunrise, so you'll be running entirely in darkness. Expect typical late April weather with highs around 74°F and lows near 48°F, with a 30% chance of rain during this period. The nearest airport is Fulton County Airport Brown Field (FTY), located 37.1 miles from the venue.

⛰️ 1,040 ft elevation☀️ Typically 74°F / 48°F · 30% chance of rain✈️ Fulton County Airport Brown Field (FTY) — 37.1 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Live Like Josh 2027 — Carrollton, GA?

Live Like Josh 2027 — Carrollton, GA takes place on April 29, 2027. The race is held in Carrollton, Georgia.

Where is Live Like Josh 2027 — Carrollton, GA held?

Live Like Josh 2027 — Carrollton, GA is held at 1500 Lovvorn Road in Carrollton, Georgia.

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