Atlanta Fat Ass 50K

Join us for the annual 5K Run, Walk & Stroller Roll on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the Riverside EpiCenter in Austell, Georgia. This family-friendly event welcomes participants of all fitness levels, including runners, walkers, stroller-pushers, and even your four-legged friends. A stroller or child is NOT required to join the fun—everyone is invited to walk, run, and roll together!

Event Highlights:

🎶 Live Music: Get pumped with high-energy performances that’ll keep you moving and motivated all morning long.

⏱ Chip-Timed Race: Every step counts! Enjoy accurate, official race timing for all participants.

👕 Participant Perks: All registrants will receive a commemorative race t-shirt, finisher medal, and a bag of fresh fruit.

Register by June 28, 2026, to guarantee your t-shirt!

🎁 Vendor Village & Giveaways: Browse community vendors, grab some goodies, and enter to win exciting prizes.

📸 Free Race Photos: Capture the joy, sweat, and finish-line moments with complimentary downloadable race photos.

⭐ Special Guests: Keep an eye out for surprise appearances from notable guests throughout the event!

👟 Kids' Fun Runs: Little runners can join in on the fun with the 1-Mile Kids Run and the toddler 50-Meter Dash.

🎽 Special Edition Race Bib: Donate $30 or more and receive a limited-edition bib — our heartfelt thank you for supporting the cause!

Race Categories and Start Times:

Kids 1-Mile Run: Begins at 7:30 AM for ages 5-12.

5K Run/Walk & 5K Stroller Roll: Starts at 8:00 AM EDT.

Toddler Dash: Scheduled after the awards ceremony

It Starts With Me 2, a nonprofit organization that continues encouraging Healthy Living for the entire family. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in our communities through education, nutrition, and physical fitness.

The venue offers ample free parking adjacent to the start line. Overflow parking is available at the Word of Faith Cathedral, directly across the street.

We encourage participants to get creative by decorating their strollers and dressing their children in fun costumes.

Don't miss out on this exciting event that promotes healthy living and community engagement. Sign up today and let's make this a memorable day for everyone!

**Registration fee for children that are riding in a stroller are free with a paid adult fee. ** You DO NOT have to register the child in the stroller ***

On-site registration will increase by $5.00.

The Silver Comet Half Marathon & Full Marathon are out and back USATF Certified races held entirely on the beautiful Silver Comet Trail just outside Atlanta in Mableton Georgia the last Saturday of each October. The marathon is a Boston Qualifier event.

Our grass root events are perfect for first timers or competitive runners seeking PRs. The Silver Comet Trail is beautiful and provides a flat and fast course.

Please find more information at SilverCometRaces.com

Runners may also be interested in the Silver Comet 10K on the 2nd Saturday of March every year - continues to be the flattest and the fastest 10K in the Atlanta metro area! Come snag your best AJC Peachtree Road Race qualifying time! This is a point to point race starting from 4875 Floyd Road, Mableton GA to Finish at Silver Comet Trailhead 4573 Mavell Road, Smyrna GA

Are you ready to walk/run for a purpose?!

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In an effort to help raise awareness and resources, DA Racine is inviting you to support the annual Trek or Treat 5k Justice Run!

Douglas County District Attorney Dalia Racine partners annually with the ATIR-Wellness Community Inc. to raise funds for local domestic violence support organizations. This year SHAREHouse, the Trinity Center, and the Douglas County Solicitor's Office has partnered alongside the Douglas County District Attorney's Office and the ATIR Community for the race. The 2025 race will take place at Boundary Waters Park located in Douglasville, GA. The course is USATF-certified and an official Peachtree Road Race qualifier! Check-in will begin at 8:30 AM, with the race festivities starting at 9:00 AM.

New this year! Every registration will include a training plan, sponsored by The ATIR Community.

Participants who register before September 30th are guaranteed their chosen shirt size. Virtual participants, shirts and race swag will be mailed after the race day.

The first 150 registrants will receive their swag on the day of the race, while others will receive it by mail.

Invite your family… invite your friends…but most of all we want you to HAVE FUN while giving to a great cause and “Minding Your Own Fitness!”