The Weekend

November 13-15, 2026

Can you build community online? Absolutely. We’ve seen it firsthand. But is community even sweeter when you can shake hands, share a meal, and hug each other’s neck? Without a doubt.

 

Join us this November for the very first Lamppost Weekend in beautiful North Georgia. If you were around in the Run for God days, then you already know how special this can be. Make the trip to North Georgia, meet your online friends in person, share some great meals, run or walk a race, and finish the weekend by worshiping Jesus together under one roof. It’s simple, powerful, and something you won’t want to miss.

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Please register EACH person so that we have an accurate headcount.

Detailed Weekend Schedule

Updated 10/23/26

 

Friday 11/13/26 5:00PM Shake Out Run/Walk & Campfire

Grove Level XC Trail

3931 Tom Manis Road - Dalton, GA 30721

Nothing fancy. Bring your camp chairs, get a few mile shake out run in and join us by the fire. Feel free to grab dinner and bring it here with you.

 

Saturday 11/14/26 AM Race

 

Saturday 11/14/26 5:45 PM Dinner

Location: TBD

This will be decided once we get a final head count. We will likely get reservations somewhere so please send us a head count no later than 11/8/26.

 

Send an email with the total number in your party who will be joining us for dinner to

CustomerService@LamppostMinistries.com

 

Sunday 11/15/26 10:00AM Worship

Grove Level Baptist Church

2802 Cleveland Highway - Dalton, GA 30721

Make plans to arrive at the church at 9:30 and meetup in the gym. We'll hang out a bit and then go in and sit together.

Friday Meetup

Nothing complicated, and nothing fancy. Just a relaxed time to gather, meet one another, maybe shake off those car legs with a short walk, and enjoy some good conversation together. More details will come as we get closer.
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Race Morning

Whether you’re running or walking the 5K, Half Marathon, or even the Marathon, there’s something for everyone. And rest assured, we’ll have a big cheering section waiting for you. Sign up and do something hard. Use code LAMP26 for 10% Off.

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Saturday Dinner

This is where the weekend really starts to come alive. We’ll gather around the table, enjoy a great meal, laugh, pray, share stories, and celebrate one another. More details will come as we get closer and have a better idea of our final numbers.
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Sunday Morning

We’ll finish the weekend together with Sunday morning worship at the church home of Lamppost Ministries, Grove Level Baptist Church. There’s no better way to end the weekend than praising Jesus together under one roof.

 

Grove Level Baptist Church

2802 Cleveland Highway

Dalton, GA 30721

 

Service starts at 10:00AM
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Questions and Answers

I'm not part of Lamppost Running or Walking. Can I come?

Absolutely. Even if you’re not part of Lamppost Running or Walking, we’d love to have you join us. Many will be racing on Saturday morning, but you’re welcome to come cheer everyone on or, even better, sign up and walk the 5K yourself. You definitely won’t be alone.

 

What is the cost?

That’s one of the best parts of this weekend. Most of it is simply about spending time together and getting to know one another, so there is very little cost involved. If you choose to race, there will be a registration fee for that. We’ll also host a Saturday evening dinner, and it will be very affordable. Church is free, and your travel and lodging are up to you. So depending on how you get here and where you stay, the cost can vary a little. If you arrive by private jet, that part is on you :)

 

Where should I stay?

The Friday meetup, Saturday evening dinner, and Sunday morning church will all take place in Dalton, Georgia. The race on Saturday morning will be in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, which is about 25 minutes away. You can stay in either Dalton or Ringgold, and both have great options. One especially good choice is The Carpentry, a brand-new hotel in downtown Dalton owned by a friend of mine. You can find more details on The Carpentry website. https://www.thecarpentryhotel.com/