Earth Day Challenge

Moove & Groove 5k

It's More Than a Race! The Moove & Groove 5k is more than crossing a finish line — it’s about building community, creating memories, and giving back together.

Expect a high-energy, family-friendly atmosphere filled with:

• Runners, walkers, and strollers welcome

• Music, fun, and community celebration

• Local partners and supporters

• A meaningful cause that impacts local students

Whether you’re chasing a PR or just coming for the fun, it will be "our pleasure" seeing you at the first ever Moove & Groove 5K!

Get ready to lace up, hit the pavement, and run like the wind at the Run the Rails in Buford! Whether you’re a speed demon or just here for the good vibes, we’ve got a spot for you on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Mark your calendar, because this is one race you won’t want to miss!

Join us for the 37th Annual Historic Buford RUN the RAILS 10K and 5K Road Race supporting the Buford Athletic Club.

*RUN THE RAILS IS AN AJC PEACHTREE ROAD RACE QUALIFIER

T-shirts are guaranteed for all pre-registered participants and will be given to registrants on race day while supplies last.

Welcome Runners! Come join us for another Fun Day on the streets of the constantly changing landscape of the City of Flowery Branch on May16th at 9am. We are excited to announce that we are an official qualifier for the "Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race" and your results will be available on the Atlanta Track Club's web page. We will have race packets, T-Shirts and Awards Ceremony once again this year. T-Shirts will be guaranteed to participants who sign up by April 24th. On-Line signup is strongly encouraged, and Race packets will be available for prior to the event from May 11 to 15 at Big Peach Running Co. (formally Runners Fit) located at 7419 Spouts Spring Rd. Flowery Branch, Ga. 30542 from 10am to 6pm and on the day of the event at the Depot. Our Charity of choice this year is the South Hall Community Food Pantry. They have been a regular charity of choice for our Lodge and now $5 per runner will be donated to this worthy organization. Pre-registration is $30 with late

registration on the event day at $35. Thank you all for your continued support of our annual events in the great city of Flowery Branch in northeast Georgia. BIB numbers will not be mailed but will be available on race day and at packet pick up. (Course Certification #GA23004DJ)

Run the Ranch is Back!

Join us June 20th, 2026, for a day full of fun, love, and community!

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We are continuing our new, chip-timed course; challenging but runner and walker-friendly so all can join in on the fun.

Our course features plenty of water stations and a welcoming atmosphere for all, from walkers to serious runners. There will be awards for overall, masters, and age-group winners. In addition to the 5K and Fun Run, a special 1.5-mile Nature Walk will feature a beautiful wooded trail.

Registration for our 5K, Fun Run, and Nature Walk events is at a great price (especially if you register early!). There is a special discount for families, and your registration includes free admission to Eagle Ranch Family Fest!

Important Shirt Deadline: To guarantee you receive your preferred shirt size, please register by May 20th. After this date, sizes will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

We're including the option for early check-in this year! Be sure to check in to your Run the Ranch Race on June 19th, 3:30p.m.-5:30p.m., at the Eagle Ranch Admin Office to collect your packet. Early check-in lets you hit the ground running the next morning!

We’re excited to host our Family Fest at Eagle Ranch as well. This is a FREE party with tons of fun activities, including festival games, inflatables, cotton candy, and more. Some vendors will in attendance with great food and goodies for purchase! If you've purchased your race, your Family Fest admission is included.

If you want your family or friends to join separately from the race, register online to reserve their wristbands for admission.

Whether you come to run, walk, or want to join in our Family Fest, all are welcome!

Schedule:

• 7:30 AM - Packet Pick-Up/On-Site Registration

• 8:15 AM - Fun Run Start

• 8:35 AM - 5K Start

• 8:40 AM - Nature Walk Start

• 9:00 AM - Family Fest Activities Open

• 9:45 AM - Awards Ceremony (will immediately follow 5K completion)

• 12:00 PM - Family Fest Ends

Proceeds benefit Eagle Ranch, a nationally recognized non-profit organization with a wide range of services supporting whole family healing for struggling children and families.

We run for cookies, cocoa & career tech!

All proceeds benefit Buford High School's Career & Technical Education students and programs.

This run is an official Atlanta Journal/Constitution Peachtree Road Race qualifying event.

Race t-shirts guaranteed to all racers registered by February 5, 2027.

2027 Cookies & Cocoa Packet Pick-Up

Friday, February 26th - 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Buford High School Cafeteria/Commons Area

Please enter through the doors near the outdoor pavilion.

PACKET PICK- MAP

Buford High School Address: 2455 Buford Hwy NE, Buford, GA 30518

Virtual runners can also pick-up t-shirts at this time.

Saturday, February 27th (RACE DAY) - 7:30am - 8:45am

Parking Lot of Philip Beard Stadium

2440 Buford Hwy NE, Buford, GA 30518