Dempsey Dash 5K and 1k Fun Run

About the Event

On March 14, Brenau University will host its annual Dempsey Dash 5K and 1K Fun Run in memory of the university’s long-time executive vice president and CFO, Wayne Dempsey. The event benefits the Wayne W. Dempsey Endowed Scholarship Fund, first funded in Dempsey’s memory in 2014 by an anonymous donor.

Official Dempsey Dash T-shirts provided for all pre-registered participants by February 20. All other registered participants through race day will receive shirt while supplies last.

Certified race: Certification # is GA24002DJ

Why A Bowtie?
Known for his impeccable style, Dr. Dempsey was a true "clotheshorse" who was rarely seen on campus without a sharp suit or a fashionable sport coat. His commitment to fashion was legendary—his sons even recall him mowing the lawn in penny loafers. His signature bow tie habit allegedly began in the late 1980s, inspired by his eldest son. Not content with clip-ons, Dr. Dempsey spent hours mastering the art of tying them by hand. This look soon became his professional calling card. Today, his sons cherish his extensive collection, continuing to wear his ties as a stylish tribute to a unique man.

When to pick up participant bags or shirts?
Saturday, at registration/check-in.

Races Offered

1K Fun Run (Friends, Family & Community)

Mar 13, 2027

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09:00

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$15.00

1K Fun Run (Brenau students and employees)

Mar 13, 2027

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09:00

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$15.00

1K Fun Run (Children under 10)

Mar 13, 2027

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Distance — 1K Fun Run (Children under 10)

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09:00

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$10.00

5K (Phantom Runner/Shirt Purchase Only

Mar 13, 2027

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Distance — 5K (Phantom Runner/Shirt Purchase Only

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$20.00

5K Run (Brenau Employees)

Mar 13, 2027

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Distance — 5K

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09:00

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$15.00

5K Run (Brenau Students)

Mar 13, 2027

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Distance — 5K

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09:00

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$10.00

5K Run (Friends, Family & Community)

Mar 13, 2027

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Distance — 5K

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09:00

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$30.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Gainesville.

thermostat Temperature

7.3° / 18.3°

wb_sunny Feels like

3.6° / 15.1°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

8h 47m

water_drop Avg rainfall

4.0 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

12.3 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

63.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:42

nightlight Sunset

19:43

About Gainesville

Learn more about the host city, Gainesville.

Gainesville is a city in Georgia's Historic High Country. The city of Gainesville is one of the larger cities in the Historic High Country along with Rome (Georgia) both with populations around 30,000. The city is located in Hall County (Georgia) in the Central High Country. The city is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is close to the shores of Lake Lanier and less than an hour's drive to downtown Atlanta. Gainesville is home to an Amtrak station.