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Aug 15 - 23
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Run for the Rhodos 5k

April 26th, 2025

Starts at 8:00 AM

The Details

Run for the Rhodos 5k
Saturday, April 26th
8am
Price: $35.00 Race Fee + $3.10 SignUp Fee
Registration: Price increases to $40.00 after March 28, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT
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Run for the Rhodos is a unique, blossoming event presented by Hamilton Gardens of the entertainment rich Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds nestled in exceptionally scenic Hiawassee, Georgia.

This runner/walker friendly 5K experience offers racers a woodland trail course that immerses you in our ravishing Rhododendron Garden while in its full bloom splendor!

The proceeds from your participation in our 2025 Rhodo Fest garden run will support Hamilton Garden's on-going mission to FUEL NATURE!

All participants registered before April 18, 2025, will receive a Rhodo race tee shirt as well as finisher's greenery to plant!

NEW: We will be offering 'LOCAL' registration to folks that are able to pick up and return our pre registration form to Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds front office: $25 
All 'LOCAL' pre registration must be submitted by 3/28 2025
Honorary Finisher Awards
1st finishing Male, Female, and Master's Finisher (65 years and older)

A Hiawassee, Georgia Local Love basket with tasty goodies, an AHS Garden Membership Pass which includes admission to over 340+ gardens across the United States, and guest pass for the concert of your choice held at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds.

1st Child Finisher Male and Female (12 years of age or younger)
A Local Love Goody basket with 1 all day Carnival Pass for the Georgia Mountain Fair.

Let's Run for the Rhodos!

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Hours of Operation

Saturday, April 26th
8am

Ticket Info and Specials

Price: $35.00 Race Fee + $3.10 SignUp Fee
Registration: Price increases to $40.00 after March 28, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

NEW: We will be offering 'LOCAL' registration to folks that are able to pick up and return our pre registration form to Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds front office: $25 
All 'LOCAL' pre registration must be submitted by 3/28 2025

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