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We’re Back. And We’re Ready to Make HOPE Loud Again.

Last year, because of your generosity and belief in this movement, we expanded our reach to more scholars, more high schools, and awarded more scholarships than ever before. That impact was only possible because of you. Thank you.

Now, we are back.

Run With Maud – 5K Run/Walk

August 29

Shirley Clarke Franklin Park, formerly Westside Park

1600 Johnson Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

Join us on August 29 for the annual Run With Maud 5K, a powerful act of remembrance, unity, and purpose. Held in honor of Ahmaud Arbery, this event is more than a race. It is a declaration that hope is louder than hate and that we will continue building communities rooted in justice, opportunity, and equity.

Whether you run, walk, volunteer, or cheer from the sidelines, your presence matters.

Proceeds from the Run With Maud 5K directly support scholarships for aspiring scholars, youth leadership and empowerment programming, and social justice advocacy and community engagement through the Ahmaud Arbery Foundation. This is how we continue Ahmaud’s legacy. This is how we make hope loud.

Race Morning Schedule – Saturday, August 29

6:30 AM – Race Number Pickup Opens at the Playground Pavilion

7:00 AM – Pre-Race Welcome Program

7:40 AM – Warm-Up Session

8:00 AM – 5K Run/Walk Begins

Parking is available at Shirley Clarke Franklin Park.

Virtual Participants Welcome

Can’t make it in person? You can still Run With Maud from anywhere in the world. Complete your 5K in your neighborhood, on a favorite trail, on a treadmill, or even while traveling. We encourage virtual participants to run in spirit alongside us on August 29.

After completing your race, submit your time on the RunSignUp Results Page and download your official finisher certificate. Virtual participant shirts will be mailed in mid August to the shipping address provided at registration. Virtual participants do not need to attend packet pick-up or race day.

Weather Policy

The Run With Maud 5K will take place rain or shine. In the event of lightning or severe weather, race officials will prioritize the safety of all participants, volunteers, and spectators. Any delays or cancellations will be communicated via email and social media.

Come run with purpose.

Come stand for justice.

Come make hope loud.

COURSE - This year's race will once again be run on the flat and fast out-and-back route starting on Marietta Street and proceeding westward to the Lucille Creek Trail, then northward and back to the finish line.

South Cobb Arts Alliance will host the 3rd Annual Art at the Springs 5K Fun Run and Walk on Saturday, September 12 at 8 am, held in conjunction with the Art Festival. The course is fun and scenic, with segments in historic downtown Powder Springs and the Lucille Creek Trail paved nature path with a finish line in beautiful Thurman Springs Park. Race will be professionally timed. Walkers are welcome. Rain or shine event, no refunds. All 5K participants will receive a comfortable, high-quality race shirt emblazoned with an original race logo created by an award-winning artist. Shirt size guaranteed if registered by August 26.

The Art at the Springs Festival will begin shortly after the race.

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