Run for a Dream 5K and 1M Fun Run 2026 — Cochran, GA

Date
December 5, 2026
Location
Cochran, GA
Venue
1 Royal Drive
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $30.00
Events
1 Mile Fun Run, 5K Run for a Dream, 1 Mile Fun Run (Child 10 & Under), 5K Run for a Dream (Child 10 & Under)
Includes
T-Shirt
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Registration for Run for a Dream costs $20 to $30, with race day starting at 9:00 AM on December 5, 2026, in Cochran, Georgia at 1 Royal Drive. The event offers both a 5K and a 1-mile fun run, giving runners options based on their training goals and fitness level. If travel to Georgia doesn't work with your race schedule, the event provides a virtual participation option, allowing you to complete either distance on your own time and location. This flexibility makes it accessible for endurance athletes juggling multiple races or those unable to commit to in-person travel that weekend.

From the Race Organizer
Landon Padgett Memorial Fund is excited to announce the 4th Annual Run for a Dream 5K & 1M Fun Run - a morning of fun for the whole family! You can walk, run, jog or dance your way through the family-friendly 5K and 1M courses which wind through the Bleckley County 5K cross-country trails. Once you pass the finish line, meet us at the game field for lots of family activities including: Inflatable bouncers provided by Big Mike's Inflatables A coloring activity for the kids Corn hole and other games Face painting Photos with Santa RUNNER PERKS: T-shirt, LPMF canvas bag, sponsor gifts, drinks and snacks. One Royal Drive Cochran, GA 31014 (At the Track) ​No Pets. No strollers on course. Wear appropriate footwear for running the cross country course. Online registration ends at 11:59PM on December 4, 2026. Price increases to $35.00 for day of event registrations. Register through November 17th to guarantee yourself a shirt at the event. T-shirts for registrations after November 17th may be mailed after the event. A virtual runner option is available for those who can't make it to Cochran but still want to participate. This event was born from Landon's love of running and the children and families he served as a nurse at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. All proceeds from this fundraising event support our two programs benefiting the health and well-being of children and young people. FACEBOOK: Scroll down to like us on Facebook where we'll give you updates leading up to run day!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Run for a Dream 5K and 1M Fun Run 2026 — Cochran, GA?

Run for a Dream 5K and 1M Fun Run 2026 — Cochran, GA takes place on December 5, 2026. The race is held in Cochran, Georgia.

Where is Run for a Dream 5K and 1M Fun Run 2026 — Cochran, GA held?

Run for a Dream 5K and 1M Fun Run 2026 — Cochran, GA is held at 1 Royal Drive in Cochran, Georgia.

Where can I find hotels near Run for a Dream 5K and 1M Fun Run 2026 — Cochran, GA?

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