5K races near Thomaston

The Toy Trot is a Saturday morning 5K run/walk in Monroe, Georgia, beginning at 934 Harmony Church Road. The Walton-Barrow Board of REALTORS® presents the race, which serves as an official Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race qualifier on its certified course, GA 17306DJ. A short fun run/walk precedes the 5K, offering families and walkers a less strenuous choice. The race supports the local Shop With A Hero Program, integrating a holiday theme into the day's activities. Participants are encouraged to bring wrapping paper, gift bags, and tape for presents to be wrapped at Walmart for the program. The event includes an “Ugliest Sweater” contest, and has been held for over fifteen years.