Cobb County 5K benefiting Make a Wish Georgia

Join us for Cobb County's 5th Annual First Responder 5k! Walk, jog, or run- in person, or virtual. This event is for all fitness levels and we have some GREAT prizes!

This family-friendly event will include first responder vehicles and displays, field games with The Atlanta Braves Blooper, and a performance from the Braves Heavy Hitters! Sign-up today and Run to Help Those, Who Run to Help You!

New this year - Registration price includes a t-shirt and finisher medal. Must register by 7/3/26 to guarantee a t-shirt!

This event is a qualifier for the PeachTree Road Race!

Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome!

Medals will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in the following age divisions: Overall Male and Female, 10 and under, 11-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+

Top Fundraiser Prizes!

1. On the left side of the race website select the arrow next to "Donate", then select "Become a Fundraiser", fill out the form and easily create a fundraising page for yourself and/or your team.

2. Share your page with friends

3. The top 3 fundraisers will win!

Prizes!!! The top 3 fundraisers will be able to choose the first responder agency of their choice and receive a personalized tour and "Day in the Life of a First Responder*" agencies to choose from include: Cobb Police , Cobb Sheriff, Cobb 911, Cobb Animal Control, Cobb Emergency Management, and Cobb Fire. Details of "Day in the Life" will be determined by each agency.

One year's winner was featured on Fox5, see video link below

https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/cobb-county-woman-firefighter-for-a-day-kidney-donation

EVENT DETAILS:

• Opening ceremony will begin at 8:00 a.m. sharp. We will have a special honor guard presentation and a performance from the Heavy Hitter Band, that will lead runners and walkers to the start line.

• Official start time for the run/walk is expected to be at 8:20 a.m., or immediately following the opening ceremony and walk over.

• Medals will be awarded to top 3 finishers in each category at approximately 9:15 a.m.

• Awards will be given to top 3 fundraisers.

• Please keep in mind the course is hilly.

• Water stations will be available before and after the race.

• On-site activities will include: First responder vehicles and displays, Atlanta Braves mascot Blooper, family lawn games, and water fountain/spray ground.

• SELF PARKING at The Battery: On non-event days parking in the Red, Green, Yellow and Purple Decks are free for the first 2 hours. See map below for parking locations.

PACKET PICKUP:

• PRIOR TO RACE DAY: In person packet pickup will be held Wednesday, August 19th and Thursday, August 20th from 3:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. at Cobb County Animal Control, located at 1060 Al Bishop Drive SW, Marietta 30008

• DAY OF RACE: packet pickup is available race day at the registration tent beginning at 6:30 a.m.

VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS:

All virtual t-shirts will be mailed after the race. Times for the virtual race can be uploaded on the results page from race day (August 22nd) until the following Sunday (August 30th) at 11:59PM. An email with instructions to upload times will be sent out on August 22nd for all virtual participants.

Join us for our largest fundraiser of the year - "RaceTrac's Run for Research 5K" - in support of The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research! This family-friendly event, which will be held in RaceTrac's hometown of Atlanta, is open to runners and walkers of all levels. All proceeds, including 100% of registration fees, will go directly to fund The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s support of Parkinson's research. There will be free food, prizes, music and more at this event.

The theme is “RACE FOR FOX IN YOUR CRAZIEST SOCKS!” It’s time to break out those neon, knee-high, polka dotted socks you’ve been saving for a special occasion. The crazier the socks, the better - as long as they aren’t smelly!

There’s also a fundraising component through the Michael J. Fox Foundation that participants can select during registration to create teams with your friends and families and raise money for the cause!

More than 10 million people worldwide are living with Parkinson's disease today, so lace up your shoes and show your support!

Join us for our 1st annual Legacy 5K in honor of the late Pastor Frederick T. Anderson. Pastor Anderson is the founding pastor of Covenant Christian Ministries and a leader in Marietta for over 30 years. He and his wife ran a private school, Covenant Christian Ministries Academy, in Marietta for 25 years, which matriculated numerous students who were not only native to Georgia but came from various parts of the world.

Since 2016 the church has been meeting at various locations Cobb Galleria, McEachern Auditorium, The Mansour Center, but we settled at Smitha Middle School in 2019. It was Pastor Anderson's goal to build a permanent home for Covenant Christian Ministries, and all proceeds from the 5K will go toward making that vision a reality. The 5K course is a look back at our church history and the various places we called home in Marietta.

Pastor Anderson transitioned to his heavenly home on January 19, 2025. This race honors Pastor Frederick T. Anderson and celebrates the church that he founded. Join his family, friends, and church family as we keep his memory alive and continue the legacy that he started.

FTA Legacy 5K Route

Presented by the Cobb County Bar Association

Join us for the 25th Annual

Sleighbells on the Square 5K, 1K & Tot Trot

Saturday, December 12, 2026

Marietta Square

5K is an AJC Peachtree Road Race Qualifier and USATF Certified.

This event for the whole family takes place on the Marietta Square where the races will start and finish.

Festive holiday attire is encouraged. Strollers and dogs are allowed.

Proceeds benefit the Cobb County Bar's Children’s Emergency Fund, a 501c3:

The Children’s Emergency Fund, is a 501c3.

The Fund provides emergency grants to Cobb County households facing financial emergencies or crises. The Fund provides

support for Cobb families in need in areas that are often not addressed by traditional charities, assisting with utility bills,

clothing, medicine, housing, to help local families get back on track.

Included with your race registration:

• Long sleeve T-shirt for all races. See Packet Pickup below.

• 5K race is electronically timed. 5K is USATF Certified and therefore an AJC Peachtree Road Race qualifier.

• Custom medal for 5K Race: Top 3 (M & F) Overall, Top 3 Overall Masters, Top 3 in each of the usual age groups 10 &Under 75+

Race Day Events:

Saturday, December 12, 2026

Marietta Square

5K starts at 8:00 am (5K is a chip-timed AJC Peachtree Qualifying Race and USATF Certified)

1K starts at approximately 9:10 am

Tot Trot starts at approximately 9:20 am

Awards Ceremony, starts at 9:30 am

Medals for 5K Race: Top 3 (M & F) Overall, Top 3 Overall Masters, Top 3 in each of the usual age groups 10 & Under - 75+

5K Virtual

Complete the 5K anytime anywhere. Simply run or walk any time and any place that works for you. In your neighborhood,

your favorite trail, or even on a treadmill!

Cost:

Includes long sleeve t- shirt. Register on or before December 2, 2025, to be guaranteed T-shirt.

5K, 1K

$30 Youth until November 21, $35 November 22 - December 11, $40 on Race day, December 12

$35 Adult until November 21, $40 November 22 - December 11, $45 on Race day, December 12

Tot Trot

$10 until November 21, $15 November 22 - Race day, December 12

Virtual 5K

$35 until November 21, $40 November 22 - Race day, December 12

Referral Program:

Get 5 FRIENDS to sign up a refund of $10.00.

Using your unique referral link and you will automatically receive after registration.

School Contest:

School with most participants. Family and friends can participate.

Prizes for Schools: 1st: $750, 2nd: $500, 3rd: $250

Beat the Bell Contest:

Winner gets $250!

Register for a chance to race against the Sleighbells Running Bell in a short sprint.

If the chosen participant races and BEATS the Sleighbells Running Bell, He or She will win $250!

ONLY Sleighbells on the Square Registered Participants can participate.

No fee to register for Beat the Bell. We will draw one name from those who register for Beat the Bell by 11:59 pm on December 8, 2026.

We will email the winner of the drawing by 5:00 pm on December 9, 2026.

The winner of the drawing will race the Sleighbells Running Bell on Saturday, December 12, 2026 between 7:30 -7:45 am at the Sleighbells race location on the Marietta Square.

Enter the Beat the Bell Contest by clicking "Yes" to Beat the Bell Contest question during the registration.

Packet Pickup:

PRE-RACE PICK-UP

When: Friday, December 11, 2026

Time: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Where: Big Peach Running Co. Kennesaw, 1625 Ridenour Blvd., Suite 304, Kennesaw, GA 30152

RACE DAY PICK-UP

When: Saturday, December 12, 2026

Time: 7:15 am

Where: Marietta Square, 10 East Park Square

T-shirts will not be mailed.

Parking info: http://www.marietta.com/marietta-square-parking

Click for Course Map: Click here to view 5K Course map

Race is held rain or shine and we regret no refunds.