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SheilaFest 5k

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Saturday, December 12, 2026, first start 9:00 AM, in Jefferson (1665 Traditions Way). Distances: 5K. Entry from $35.

Course and race notes

Get ready to run, laugh, and dress up for a great cause!

Join us on December 12th for the SheilaFest 5K Fun Run & Walk - where costumes, community, and good vibes take center stage! Grab your friends, throw on your best (or wildest) costume, and meet us at the Owner’s Clubhouse in the Traditions of Braselton Community.

In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.

Race details

Date

Saturday, December 12

2026 · in 35 days

Start time

9:00 AM

Earliest wave

Location

1665 Traditions Way
Jefferson, GA 30549

Area: Gainesville & Lake Lanier, Athens, GA

Course

Road or path

Paved course

Distances

5K

Price

$35

Plus the platform's processing fee

No price increase published

Registration

Open

Online signup closes Sat Dec 12 (in 35 days)

Opened Oct 13, 2026

Race day in Jefferson

Weather

56° / 36°F

Typical high and low for December 12, with a 23% chance of rain.

NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Winder 4S, GA (11.1 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.

Daylight

7:30 AM – 5:26 PM

Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.

Calculated for the race location.

Near the start

Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions

Parking

3 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi, the nearest under 0.1 mi away.

Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.

Plan your trip

For the night before, Fri Dec 11

Where to stay

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