Going For The Gold 2026

Going For The Gold is an August 5K and Family Fun Day hosted by the Dothan Fire Department at 401 Recreation Rd in Dothan, Alabama. The event includes a 5K run, a 5K walk, and a 5K ruck, allowing participants to race, walk with family, or carry weight in the ruck division. The ruck category requires a minimum of 25 pounds, offering a more challenging option alongside the standard run and walk. The day benefits Cure Childhood Cancer, and a T-shirt-only entry provides free admission to Water World.