Events

2025 Polar Bear Plunge and Paddle – LCKC

Lake Lanier Olympic Park 3105 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA, United States

Say goodbye to 2024 and dive into the 2025 New Year at our 27th Annual Polar Bear Plunge fundraiser for LCKC, a non-profit organization. Join us for a unique experience on the lake! This event draws thrill seekers of all walks of life to plunge themselves into the cool waters of Lake Lanier, to bring in 2025. Awards will be given for best costume and best jump.

Beginning Racing League (BRL) – Lanier Canoe & Kayak Club

Lake Lanier Olympic Park 3105 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA, United States

Beginner Racing League racing is an 8-week program for ages 7 -17. Held in the Spring and the Fall of each year, participants learn paddle basics, good sportsmanship, and teamwork!

Mark Williams Ergatta – Lake Lanier Rowing Club

Lake Lanier Olympic Park 3105 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA, United States

The event features Masters, Junior, Open, and Special competitions, all celebrating fitness, community, and perseverance!

Learn to Row – Lake Lanier Rowing Club

Lake Lanier Olympic Park 3105 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA, United States

Rowing is low impact, providing whole-body exercise that most people can do. Importantly, learning a new skill that includes physical activity is known to slow cognitive decline associated with aging!

United We Run: 5K Walk & Run – United Way of Hall County

Chicopee Baptist Church 13 1st Street, Gainesville, GA, United States

UNITED WE RUN for those struggling to make ends meet in Hall County. Join us as we race through Phase II of the scenic Highlands to Islands Trail. Proceeds will benefit United Way of Hall County’s One Hall: United Against Poverty Initiative.