Hop, Sweat and Sprint: The Powder Springs Beer 5K

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.

Atlanta Montford Point Marines (ATL-MPM) 5K Race: Veterans Fun Run

Honor the Legacy. Promote Health. Engage the Community.

Join us for the Atlanta Montford Point Marines (ATL-MPM) 5K Race, a premier event dedicated to honoring the heroic legacy of the Montford Point Marines. This Veterans Fun Run is designed to celebrate history while promoting health, fitness, and community engagement throughout the greater Atlanta area.

Whether you are a competitive runner seeking a timed personal record or a family looking for a meaningful morning walk, this event offers a distance and pace for everyone.

📅 Event Details

Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026

Race Start: 8:00 AM

Location: To be finalized (Mableton, GA)

🏃 Registration Categories

We offer multiple ways to participate, with Early Bird pricing available now:

5K Timed Run: For those looking for official results. Includes a custom bib, professional chip timing, a race t-shirt, and a finisher medal.

5K Untimed Walk/Run: A relaxed way to support the cause. Includes a bib, race t-shirt, and a finisher medal.

Kids Fun Run: A special event for our youngest athletes. Includes a bib and a finisher ribbon.

Virtual 5K: Can’t make it to Mableton? Participate from anywhere! We will mail your race shirt and finisher medal directly to you.

🎖️ Why We Run

The Montford Point Marines were the first African Americans to serve in the U.S. Marine Corps, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations. By joining this race, you are helping to keep their legacy alive while supporting a healthy, active community.

After the race, stick around for our post-race festival featuring music, refreshments, and family-friendly activities!