⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (May 2, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
The Wag & Walk 5K is an annual race at Sam Smith Park in Cartersville, Georgia, on May 1, 2027, benefiting the Etowah Valley Humane Society. Participants, including those with leashed dogs, enjoy a scenic 5K (3.1-mile) course around the Milam Farm property, starting at 8 a.m.
The USATF-certified course is a Peachtree qualifier. On race day, registration takes place in the morning, followed by the race itself and an awards ceremony honoring the top male and female finishers across age groups.
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