Deer Dash 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run
When is Deer Dash 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run?
Deer Dash 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run takes place on Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Monticello, GA.
What distances does Deer Dash 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run offer?
Deer Dash 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run offers 3 events: 1-Mile Run/Walk, Deer Dash 5K, Phantom Runner.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Mile Run/Walk | 1.0 mi | $30.00 | Register |
| Deer Dash 5K | 3.1 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| Phantom Runner | — | $20.00 | Register |
How much does Deer Dash 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run cost?
Registration for Deer Dash 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run starts at $20.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Deer Dash 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run held?
Deer Dash 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run is held in Monticello, GA at 119 West Washington Street.
About Deer Dash 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run
The 29th Annual Deer Dash is a 5k Chipped Race Run/Walk and One Mile Fun Run. The 5K is a 3.1 mile run/walk around beautiful Monticello. The Fun Run is an out and back running on Eatonton Street.
Registration Fees
Fun Run
Fun Run is an out and back starting and finishing at the rail road tracks on Eatonton Street.
Start Time: 7:30am EDT
Price:$25.00 Race Fee + $3.15 SignUp Fee
Registration including a t-shirt ends October 6, 2025.
OnLine Registration (no shirt) ends October 27, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT
Race Day Registration is available beginning at 7:00am at the Chamber of Commerce
Deer Dash 5K
Start Time: 8:00am EDT
Price:$35.00 Race Fee + $3.73 SignUp Fee
Registration including a t-shirt ends October 6, 2025.
OnLine Registration (no shirt) ends October 27, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT
Race Day Registration is available beginning at 7:00am at the Chamber of Commerce
Combo Pricing Fun Run and 5K
Register for both events, receive a $10.00 discount at time of payment.
Phantom Runner
Phantom runner receives a shirt but does not run.
Price: $25.00 Race Fee + $3.15 SignUp Fee
Registration including a t-shirt ends October 6, 2025
OnLine Registration (no shirt) ends October 27, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT
T-Shirts
T-shirts are available to all runners that register by Monday, October 6, 2025 at 4:00pm. After this date, t-shirts will not be available.
Prior to October 6, 2025 a no T-shirt option is available. A $10.00 discount will be applied at check out.
Phantom Runners will have their t-shirt mailed to them for an $8.00 mailing fee automatically included at the time of t-shirt size selection. If you live locally and do not want your t-shirt mailed to you, stop ty the Chamber of Commerce and register there as a phantom runner and pick up your t-shirt at that time.
Early Packet Pickup
Packet Pickup and last minute registration is available at the Monticello Chamber of Commerce starting at 1:00pm on Friday, October 31.
Race Day Schedule
6:30AM Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup
7:30AM One Mile Fun Run
8:00AM Deer Dash 5K
9:00AM Awards
Course
The 5K course is USATF Certified GA19017DJ
Awards
Fun Run Awards are given to the Overall male and Overall female finisher 10 years old and younger. All Fun Runners will receive a finishers medal.
5K Awards are given to Overall Male / Female, Masters Male/Female and the following
5-year age groups: 10 and 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 and Over
Race Series and Finishline Management
The Deer Dash 5K is proud to be a member of the Black Bag Race Series.
Finishline management and timing provided by Classic Race Services.