Yanmar America 5K

Sat, Jun 20, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

First-Year Event· Help them grow

Location: Calhoun, GA; 120 Recreation Drive, 30701
Type: RUN

At a glance

Run, jog, or walk a fast, flat course in Calhoun, GA, all while supporting The Good Neighbor Homeless Shelter at this inaugural charity 5K.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
For a Cause

Great for

For a Cause
Kids & Youth

Great for: families, cause-driven runners

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Join the inaugural Yanmar America Charity 5K in Calhoun, GA, for a welcoming event that supports The Good Neighbor Homeless Shelter. This 5K offers a fast and flat course winding around Black and Gold Park, perfect for runners aiming for a personal best or those who prefer a leisurely walk or jog. Designed to be fun and accessible for all fitness levels, it's a wonderful opportunity to connect with the community and contribute to a meaningful cause. Awards celebrate top finishers across various categories.

What to expect

Experience a fast and flat course, ideal for setting a personal best or enjoying a relaxed pace.
This event is designed to be fun and accessible for all fitness levels, welcoming walkers, joggers, and runners.
Celebrate your finish with awards for top overall, masters, and age group winners.

Standout details

Inaugural charity 5K event
Benefits The Good Neighbor Homeless Shelter
Fast and flat course
Awards for top finishers and age groups

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

5K
Sat, Jun 20, 8:00 AM EDT · From $33.94
Opens Mar 15, 2026, 7:55 AM EDT · Closes Jun 14, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
5K
Sat, Jun 20, 8:00 AM EDT · From $22.96
Opens Mar 15, 2026, 8:16 AM EDT · Closes Jun 14, 2026, 7:59 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

warm-day exposure

Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Flat
Family-oriented

From the organizer

The inaugural Yanmar America Charity 5K will take place on Saturday, June 20th, 2026, at 8:00 AM at the Calhoun City Recreation Department (10 McDaniel Station Rd, Calhoun, GA 30701). Participants can walk, jog, or run across the finish line on a fast and flat course that winds around the iconic Black and Gold Park. This event is designed to be fun and accessible for all fitness levels, while raising funds for The Good Neighbor Homeless Shelter!

Whether you’re aiming for a personal best or a leisurely stroll, everyone is welcome to join in and support a great cause.

Learn more about Yanmar America, who we are, and what we do here: https://www.yanmar.com/us/about/

Registration Fees: *$30 5K Pre-Race Registration Fee for Adults / $20 Age 18 and Under

5K Start-Finish & Race Day Parking: *Both the Start & Finish Lines are located in Calhoun City Recreation Department (Park), 10 McDaniel Station Rd., Calhoun GA, 30701

Race Day Parking: There is plenty of race day parking in the park adjacent to the ball fields and the start/finish line.

Race Day Schedule of Events: *6:45 AM Race Day Registration Opens *7:45 AM Race Day Registration Closes *8:00 AM 5K Start Time *9:15 AM 5K Awards Presentation

Pre-Registration Packet Pick up: *Pre-Registration Packet Pick up will be held Friday June 5 at a time & location to be determined in the future. This information will be communicated to pre-registered runners well in advance!

Awards: Awards will be given to the following: *Top 3 Overall Male and Top 3 Overall Female Winners *Top Masters Male and Top Masters Female Winners *Top 3 Male & Female in the following Age Categories: 10-Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over

Please note, this is a rain or shine event.

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