Dash for Dad
About this race
Hosted by Amancio’s Athletics
We invite you to join us this Father’s Day weekend at Lake Hawkins for a community run/walk dedicated to honoring fathers, celebrating family, and encouraging healthy living.
This event was created in memory of a father who passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. What began as a personal tribute has grown into a community gathering focused on connection, gratitude, and wellness. It’s a chance to slow down, come together, and recognize the importance of the people who’ve shaped our lives.
At Lake Hawkins, the course loops around the lake and offers a simple, scenic route suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Whether you’re running the 10K, walking the 5K, or bringing kids out for the 1-mile dash, this event is meant to be welcoming and accessible for everyone.
Event Details
10K Run – For runners looking for a longer challenge
5K Run/Walk – Open to all ages and experience levels
1-Mile Dash – A short, family-friendly option for kids and casual participants
Why We’re Hosting This
This isn’t just about running. It’s about:
-Honoring fathers and father figures
-Bringing the community together in a positive way
-Encouraging movement and healthier habits
-Remembering those we’ve lost and celebrating those still with us
We encourage participants to dedicate their run or walk to someone meaningful in their life.
Registration Includes
The entry fee covers participation in your selected race as well as parking at the Lake Hawkins beach area. After the race, guests are welcome to stay and enjoy the lake swimming, relaxing, and spending the rest of Father’s Day with family and friends.
Race Day Atmosphere
This will be a relaxed, community-focused event with a well-marked course, volunteers along the route, and a supportive environment for runners and walkers of all levels. The goal is simply to show up, participate, and enjoy the day
After finishing, participants are encouraged to stay, connect with others, and take in the lake for the rest of the afternoon.
Pick your distance
Running
1 Mile Dash
A short, easygoing run/walk designed for families, kids, and anyone who wants to take part in the event without doing a longer distance.
5k Run
A 5K around Lake Hawkins for both competitive runners and anyone looking to challenge themselves. You can push your pace or take it steady it’s up to you. The course is timed, and it’s a great opportunity to test yourself while still being part of a supportive Father’s Day community event.
10k Run
A longer, more challenging run around Lake Hawkins for those ready to push themselves a little further. This 10K is timed and great for runners training for endurance or looking to set a personal goal. It’s competitive if you want it to be, but still welcoming and supportive for all participants.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 1 year of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Hawkins.
Course
Route map and elevation profile
No course map published yet.
The organizer hasn't released a route for this event, and we don't publish guesses. If you're the organizer, send us a GPX file and we'll draw the profile.
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 1 Hawkins event
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