Suwanee Sweetheart Sprint 5K

Join us on August 8th for the 21st year of the Dog Days 5K as we band together to raise money for local Cobb charities.

Our "Dog Days" 5K honors the heat and humidity of summer and over the years, the Rotary Club of East Cobb has donated more than $800,000 from race proceeds to local and international service projects.

Registration is $30 through July 31st, $35 after or for Phantom Runners.

Prize Money:

Overall male winner: $200

Overall female winner: $200

Master (age 40 +) male winner: $150

Master female winner: $150

Grandmaster (age 50+) male winner: $100

Grandmaster female winner: $100

Senior (60+) male winner: $50

Senior female winner: $50

Overall prize pool is $1000.

Event details and schedule

On August 8th, 2026, an anticipated 2,000 runners, walkers, and spectators, will gather for the 2026 Vinings Downhill 5K race. The Vinings Down Hill 5K course begins at the top of Mt. Wilkinson, winds around the Cumberland Mall area, and ends at the Lovett School (280-foot net drop).

Despite the name of the race, well, it’s “not quite” all downhill…there are 3 hills to climb throughout the race – at the half-mile mark, during the second mile and during the last half-mile. There are also 3 really amazing down hill sections that make up for those climbs!

There is also a Kids 1K Fun Run and a fun Doggie Dash & Costume Contest!

Our event includes a huge post race party at Vinings Jubilee with awards, music, great food and expo.

AREA 13.1 Half Marathon is an Out of this World Running Event. 13.1 is a night race in Roswell, GA. One of the most popular courses to run in the State of Georgia. Recently voted 2024 BEST Half Marathon in GA and TOP 50 in the USA by HalfMarathons.net !! The course is OUT OF THIS WORLD FLAT & FAST with a total elevation gain of the Half marathon at 240 feet, All finishers will receive an awesome alien head medal that will make your head SPIN , coveted Area 13.1 tri blend shirt that will be your new GO TO SHIRT, and for runners 21 and over a free beer donated by Gate City Brewing Company. Come for the run and stay for the FUN !! Live -DJ - Food trucks- Vendors- Gate City Brewing Company !!

NEW 13.1 COURSE for 2026- Due to Riverside Park being under construction for renovations until July of 2027.. For 2026 the race will start and finish from Chattahoochee Nature Center. Unfortunately due to size constraints in 2026 there will only be a half marathon and that will be limited to 1500 half marathon runners. The 10k and 5K along with the 13.1 will return in 2027 when we go back to the newly renovated Riverside Park. The course can be found under the "Course" tab. This will be a fast, flat, and fun two-loop course along the river and boardwalks, featuring only 240 feet of elevation gain!

Sorry, no jog strollers or pets will be allowed on the race course. Headlamps or running lights are a must have and HIGHLY suggested to all runners, as there are some dark spots along the course. The race starts at 7pm and it gets dark at 8:45 ish. All participants will have 3 hours 45 min to complete this race. The Finish Line WILL CLOSE at 11pm .

AREA 13.1 Time Limit: All participants will have 3 hours 45 min (17:00 min per mile pace) to complete this race.

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.