REaDy to Run 5K Run/Walk

The Chastain Chase 5K Run and 3K Walk is a joyful community tradition held in celebration of National Cancer Survivors Day. Benefiting Cancer Support Community Atlanta, this family-friendly event invites participants of all ages to run or walk a beautiful course through historic Chastain Park. Participants are encouraged to create teams of friends, family members, and coworkers to walk or run together in honor of a loved one who has been affected by cancer. It’s a meaningful way to celebrate survivors, remember those we love, and come together as a community of support.

Families and strollers are welcome! Registration for Walk-Up participants opens at 7am and the 5K and 1.5 walk start at 8am sharp.

The Chastain Chase benefits Cancer Support Community Atlanta, a nonprofit organization affiliated with Northside Hospital Cancer Institute, dedicated to providing support services for people facing cancer. Funds raised will help provide support groups, stress reduction classes, nutrition programs and education forums to support people through a cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.

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.

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.

Join us for our largest fundraiser of the year - "RaceTrac's Run for Research 5K" - in support of The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research! This family-friendly event, which will be held in RaceTrac's hometown of Atlanta, is open to runners and walkers of all levels. All proceeds, including 100% of registration fees, will go directly to fund The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s support of Parkinson's research. There will be free food, prizes, music and more at this event.

The theme is “RACE FOR FOX IN YOUR CRAZIEST SOCKS!” It’s time to break out those neon, knee-high, polka dotted socks you’ve been saving for a special occasion. The crazier the socks, the better - as long as they aren’t smelly!

There’s also a fundraising component through the Michael J. Fox Foundation that participants can select during registration to create teams with your friends and families and raise money for the cause!

More than 10 million people worldwide are living with Parkinson's disease today, so lace up your shoes and show your support!

Every year, Cobb County hosts the Make-A-Wish 5K, a 5-kilometer run the benefits of which are donated to Make-A-Wish® Georgia to grant wishes for Cobb County children with critical illnesses. This year, there are many children in Cobb County waiting to have his or her wish granted. It is our hope to grant more wishes and we know that it takes a community to make this happen. Help us put a smile on a child's face by making their wish come true. To find out more about Make-A-Wish, visit: https://wish.org/georgia/our-stories.

The Make-A-Wish 5K is a Peachtree Road Race qualifying event.

This will be the first year that we are incorporating a 1K race for small children. Bring them on out and let them burn off some energy.

Participants assemble on the Marietta Square, pre-race festivities begins at 7:00 a.m., the race begins promptly at 8:15 a.m. The 1K race will begin at 7:45 a.m. Walk-up registration begins at 6:30 a.m., ending at 7:30 a.m.

Join us and let's run for a great cause!

The race will go on as planned unless conditions are deemed hazardous to runners and volunteers.