AWARE Wildlife Night Owl 5K

Every year Oakhurst Cooperative Preschool (OCP) is proud to hold one of the best 5Ks for families in the Atlanta area. Started 18 years ago, our Beat the Street for Little Feet Race features a 5K, one-mile Fun Run, and Tot Trot. Everyone in the family can participate! Each year, James Dean, New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of the popular “Pete the Cat” picture books, creates an original Pete the Cat design for the race, which we feature on the T-shirts for participants. All race proceeds and donations benefit OCP!

OCP is a nonprofit, parent-teacher cooperative founded in 2005 with the goal of creating an ethnically, culturally, and economically diverse community that is united through its commitment to parental involvement in education and to fostering respect for the environment. OCP creates a “home away from home” for its families. In today’s mobile and global society, many families with young children lack the extended family support systems that existed during the more agrarian and less mobile culture of the past century.

CLAYCO ’TIL I DIE 5K WALK/RUN

Presented by Lightweight Fitness

In Partnership with Nagel Law Firm

Location and Race Start

April 25, 2026

Tara Stadium

1055 Battle Creek Rd, Jonesboro, GA

8:00 AM Official Start

CLAYTON COUNTY. THIS ONE IS FOR US.

Since 2017, Coach K & Lightweight Fitness gym has been building real momentum in Clayton County through fitness training, free weekly run club, free bootcamps across the county, and community outreached Teacher Tone Up in local schools. We believe fitness should be accessible, visible, and part of the culture.

The Clayco ’Til I Die 5K WALK/RUN is an extension of that mission.

This race is about pride in where we’re from and bringing awareness to the health benefits of physical activity and mental wellness right here in Clayton County.

We will start outside Tara Stadium with a race finish inside the stadium on the track with music, crowd energy, and a full vendor village celebration.

This is more than a race. This is Southside pride in motion.

OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP

We are proud to host this event in partnership with Nagel Law Firm.

Danny Nagel has consistently invested in Clayton County by sponsoring youth sports teams, donating to local schools, funding scholarships, supporting nonprofit initiatives, and backing numerous community events.

Together, we are committed to building a stronger, healthier Clayton County.

HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES AN IMPACT:

When you register, you are directly supporting continued health programming and community investment in Clayton County.

Free weekly run/walk club

Free community bootcamps

School outreach programs

Youth fitness initiatives

Holiday givebacks

Community wellness events

TEAM REGISTRATION

Represent your gym, church, school, workplace, or family.

Teams of 5 or more get discounted race registration,

Team photo opportunity at the finish line.

REGISTRATION PRICING

$40 before March 15th

$50 dollars March 16th through April 20th

Prices increase automatically at 11:59 PM on deadline dates.

RACE BIB & T SHIRT PICK UP

Early pick up will be held at Lightweight Fitness Gym the week of the race.

Lightweight Fitness

7572 Tara Boulevard

Jonesboro, GA

Exact dates and times for early pickup will be emailed to all registered participants prior to race week..

RACE DAY SCHEDULE

6:00 AM Race Parking Opens

7:15 AM Group warm up & stretch

7:45 AM Runners report to start line

8:00 AM 5K official start

9:00 AM Awards ceremony

Schedule subject to adjustment.

AWARDS

First 350 Finishers will receive custom ClayCo 'Til I Die Medal

Overall Male and Female winners

PARKING & TRANSPORTATION

Parking is available at Tara Stadium on a first come first serve basis.

Rideshare and Carpool is strongly encouraged.

Don't just stand there--run with the Wolves!

Join the Wolves of Atlanta Neighborhood Charter School (ANCS) for the Run with the Wolves 5K and 1 Mile. ANCS has been hosting this fun and challenging 5K and 1 Mile walk/run since 2012. This year's event will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026! Organized by the school’s PTCA, the Run with the Wolves 5K and 1 Mile combines our desire to promote healthy lifestyle choices and fitness awareness into one fun and family-friendly event. All are welcome to participate regardless of school affiliation. To learn more about our school, check us out at: https://atlncs.org. Please leave your REAL wolves at home, no dogs allowed at the event.

All Run with the Wolves 5K and 1 Mile participants who register by April 17, 2026 will be guaranteed a receive a limited edition 2026 Run with the Wolves t-shirt to commemorate your race experience! Runners who register after April 17 will be given a t-shirt based on availability of inventory.

Early Registration Pricing (valid January 6-February 27, 2026)

• ANCS Student, Parent/Caregiver, or Teacher/Staff*

• 5K Registration Fee: $25

• 1 Mile Registration Fee: $20

• General Public

• 5K Registration Fee: $30

• 1 Mile Registration Fee: $25

Regular Registration Pricing (valid February 28-April 3, 2026)

• ANCS Student, Parent/Caregiver, or Teacher/Staff*

• 5K Registration Fee: $30

• 1 Mile Registration Fee: $25

• General Public

• 5K Registration Fee: $35

• 1 Mile Registration Fee: $30

Last Call Registration Pricing (valid April 4-26, 2026)

• ANCS Student, Parent/Caregiver, or Teacher/Staff*

• 5K Registration Fee: $35

1 Mile Registration Fee: $30

• General Public

• 5K Registration Fee: $40

1 Mile Registration Fee: $35

Race Day Registration Pricing (valid only 7:15-8 AM at the race on May 2, 2026)

• 5K Registration Fee: $45

• 1 Mile Registration Fee: $40

*ANCS Student/Caregiver/Staff Discount applied at checkout.

2025 Mary Lin Elementary Rocket Run

Sunday, May 3, 2026

5K - 8:00 AM | 1 Mile Fun Run - 9:00 AM

Join the fun Sunday, May 3, 2026. Gather with your friends, neighbors, and family for a run or walk featuring beautiful Candler Park neighborhood streets and the Freedom Park Path. All proceeds from the event benefit the Mary Lin Elementary PTA.

START/FINISH LOCATION

• The 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run start and finish at Mary Lin Elementary School (586 Candler Park Dr NE Atlanta, GA 30307).

COURSE INFORMATION

Course time limit:

• 5K - 59 minutes (19 minute/mile pace)

• Fun Run - 30 minutes (30 minutes/mile)

5K Age Guidelines

• 5K participants under the age of 8 must be accompanied by parent or other responsible adult while on the course

PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON THE COURSE AT ANY TIME

Course Maps

• 5K: VIEW HERE

• Fun Run: VIEW HERE

EVENT DETAILS

• Limited Edition 2026 Rocket Run Shirts available to participants who register prior to April 17th (T-shirt availability and sizing are not guaranteed for participants registering after April 17th)

• Family friendly start time - 5K - 8:00 AM, 1 Mile - 9:00 AM

• Runners, Walkers, and Strollers welcome

• AJC Peachtree Road Race Qualifier

EVENT DAY SCHEDULE

• 7:00 AM - Race Day Number Pick-Up & Registration opens

• 8:45 AM - Race Day Number Pick-up & Registration closes

• 8:00 AM - Rocket Run 5K start

• 9:00 AM - 1 Mile Fun Run start

• 9:30 AM - 5K Awards

ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES - Saturday, May 2, 2026 @ 11:59 pm