Dental Dash at Dawn 5K

All finishers will receive a runner shirt and medal. Shirt size is guaranteed for all runners who register prior to October 15. If a runner registers after October 15, they are guaranteed a shirt, but we cannot guarantee the desired size will be available. To ensure you receive your desired shirt size, please complete your registration by October 15.

RACE QUESTIONS

Q: Is there late registration or race day registration?

A: Yes! Participants are encouraged to take advantage of discounted pricing and the ability to reserve a race shirt in the size of your choice, by registering early. Online registration ends on November 2. However, late registration will also be available at packet pickup on November 3, and on race day. On race day, we will accept payment by cash, check, PayPal, Venmo or CashApp. We will not have credit card scanners onsite.

Q: When you say register early to reserve a race shirt in the size of your choice, what does that mean?

A: To guarantee you get a shirt in the size of your choice, you MUST register by October 13. Runners can register up until the morning of the race. But only those runners who register by midnight on October 13 will be guaranteed the size they want. After that, shirts are first come, first serve, and once your size is gone, you'll have to choose another size. We have to order race shirts on the 14th, so only the runners who have registered at that point will be guaranteed a shirt in the size they want.

Q: Will you offer free race photos again?

A: Of course! You can download as many photos as you want, for FREE! We'll send you a link after the race.

Q: Where and when is packet pick up?

A: Packet Pick Up will be held at Big Peach Midtown on Thursday, November 3 from 4-8 PM. Free parking in the lot behind the store. 800 Peachtree St NE, Suite B/C Atlanta, GA 30308.

Q: How can I register on race day?

A: Please arrive early in order to get registered on race day. After you park, go up to the top level and look for the on-site registration tent. Volunteers there will help you register. Please note that if you register on race day, shirts are first come, first served. We cannot guarantee that the size you want will be available. On race day, we will accept payment by cash, check, PayPal, Venmo or CashApp. We will not have credit card scanners onsite.

Q: Are you offering a Virtual Run?

A: Yes! See registration details for more information on the Virtual Run!

Q: I have limited mobility. Is there a wheelchair division?

A: Yes! There is a wheelchair division, and there is a $200 cash prize for the fastest chair runner. Our wheelchair division includes the ability to self-push a chair, or for runners to push a chair participant. Both compete for the same prizes. We also will award a Gold Tooth Trophy to the first place, second place, and third place chair finishers.

Q: What time should I arrive on race day?

A: We encourage all participants and spectators to arrive by 7:15 a.m. to allow for adequate time, warm up, check your gear, and get to the starting line without feeling rushed.

Q: Where can I park for the race?

A: Ample free parking will be provided at the event address. You will be directed into the parking deck upon arrival at 1800 Century Place NE. The event will be held on top of the parking deck, so you can just park your car and then walk up the ramp to the upper level.

Q: Is there a bag check?

A: Yes! We will have a gear check area on top of the parking deck. We will bag and label your belongings and you can retrieve your things after the race.

Q: Will there be food?

A: Yes, we provide snacks and water at no extra cost to you!

Q: Are spectators allowed?

A: Our new race route goes through a residential neighborhood. We encourage residents and friends to cheer for runners!

Q: Is there a rain date?

A: No, the Dental Dash at Dawn 5K event will take place rain or shine! Should severe weather cause a cancellation, runners are encouraged to complete the race virtually. There will be no refunds, but in the case of event cancellation, a portion of your race registration fee will convert to a tax-deductible donation, and your race shirt and medal will be shipped to you.

Q: Can I get a refund if I can no longer attend?

A: Registration for fundraising events is non-refundable.

Q: Are there porta-potties on the course?

A: Restrooms will be available near the start/finish line. Only water is available on the course, at the halfway point.

Q: Are baby joggers, strollers, or pets allowed on the course?

A: Yes. However, please be respectful of others. Some of our runners are trying to qualify for other races, and want to run at their fastest possible pace. If you plan to run or walk with a stroller, jogger, or a pet, please line up at the back of the starting line lineup. And if you bring a pet, you will be responsible for picking up any pet waste and disposing of it properly.

Q: Are headphones allowed during the race?

A: For safety concerns, we strongly encourage participants to abstain from using headphones during this race. Our police officers and route volunteers may need to communicate with you to ensure your safety.

Q: How will I be timed?

A: Professional chip and gun times will be provided by Orion Racing.

Q: Is there a course map?

A: Yes, the course map is shown on the event’s main page.

Q: Is this considered a Peachtree Road Race Qualifier?

A: Yes!

Any other questions not answered here? Please email Sheri at s.anderson@dddfoundation.org.

DDD FOUNDATION QUESTIONS

Q: What is the DDD Foundation?

A: The DDD Foundation is a non-profit dental clinic providing accessible, comprehensive dental care to more than 4,800 Georgians with developmental disabilities.

Q: What’s a developmental disability?

A: Developmental disabilities are a group of conditions due to an impairment in physical, learning, language, or behavior areas. These conditions begin during the developmental period, may impact day-to-day functioning, and usually last throughout a person's lifetime. The DDD Foundation treats patients with autism, Down Syndrome, intellectual delays, cerebral palsy, and more than 60 lesser-known conditions.

Q: Where do your patients come from?

A: We serve any developmentally disabled patient who comes to our clinic. This currently includes patients from 93 Georgia counties!

Q: Is it a free clinic?

A: No, we are a nonprofit clinic. It costs us more to provide our services than we charge for treatment. We are reimbursed for our services by Medicaid or private insurance. The gap between what it costs us to provide our specialized services and the amount reimbursed is filled by generous donations and fundraising events such as Dental Dash at Dawn.

Q: Is there an age limit?

A: No, we serve any and all patients with developmental disabilities. That means children and adults of all ages receive dental care in our clinic.

Other questions? Please feel free to email Sheri at s.anderson@dddfoundation.org with any other questions you might have.

Dental Dash at Dawn 5K raises funds for the DDD Foundation's dental clinic, which provides dental care to more than 4,800 patients with developmental disabilities. The DDD Foundation is the ONLY private dental clinic in Georgia that exclusively serves this patient population. Every dollar raised by Dental Dash at Dawn helps the DDD Foundation provide care to our very special patients. Thank you!