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🎉 Move with Purpose at the 2026 Cox 5K! 🎉
Come together to move with purpose! Join your colleagues, family, and friends as we get active and support a cause that truly matters—the Cox Employee Relief Fund (CERF). Every step helps make a difference.
🏃♀️ How to Participate:
The 2026 Cox 5K offers both in‑person and virtual options, so you can join in wherever and however you like—indoors or outdoors, solo or with your favorite people.
Run, walk, skip, hop, or roll (strollers and wheelchairs welcome!). The only requirement? Participate safely and have fun.
✅ Who Can Join?
All Cox employees—and their family members and friends—are welcome!
This is a perfect opportunity to turn fitness into a shared experience.
In‑Person Event (Atlanta Campus)
Saturday, June 6
Recognition will be provided!
Bring the whole crew and kick off the morning with movement, energy, and community.
Virtual Event
Saturday, May 30 – Sunday, June 7
Prefer flexibility? Complete your 5K on any day during the virtual event window, at your own pace and in a location that works best for you.
🙌 Want to Support Without Running?
No problem! In‑person volunteers on the Atlanta campus are essential to making this event a success.
Simply click the “Volunteer” link at the top of the registration page to choose an opportunity that works for you.
👕 T‑Shirt & Virtual Results Reminder:
T‑shirts will be sent to virtual participants who complete the race and log their results.
To log your virtual results:
Log into your RunSignUp.com account.
Click the “Results” tab.
Select “Submit Virtual Results” and enter your time.
We can’t wait to see how you choose to move, support, and celebrate together at the 2026 Cox 5K—thank you for being part of something meaningful!
Race Website:
For more information on The Metropolitan 5k Race, visit our website: http://www.metro5k.org
Location:
1995b Metropolitan PWKY
Atlanta, GA 30315
The Metropolitan 5k
Juneteenth Celebration
June 19, 2026
Join E.F.F.E.C.T Fitness and Cause of E.F.F.E.C.T , a 501(c)(3), for the 6th Annual Metropolitan 5k race! The race is held on Juneteenth to commemorate the holiday and bring awareness to the overall health benefits of physical activity and mental wellness, specifically in underserved communities.
The Metropolitan 5k exemplify community and open to all fitness levels. Grab a friend or your family and come RUN YOUR RACE!
The Metropolitan 5k is a Peachtree Road Race qualifier!
All proceeds from The Metropolitan 5k go towards programming and executing some of our most impactful programs such as the Back 2 School Drive and Holiday Giveback with Atlanta Public School students. Both E.F.F.E.C.T Fitness and Cause of E.F.F.E.C.T have transformed the lives of many children and adults through fitness and service and your contribution continues to help us push our missions forward.
Connect with us on the socials and make sure you use our hashtags to let the community know how you are spending Juneteenth!
Instagram: @causeofeffectfitness
#METRO5k #COMERUNYOURRACE #CAUSEOFEFFECT
YOUR 5k REGISTRATION INCLUDES
Race day t-shirt (for the first 2000 registrants)
Race medal (for the first 2000 registrants)
Age Group Finisher Awards
AWARDS:
Awards are given for the overall male and female finisher, and top male and female finisher in each age group.
Awards winners are based on NET TIME. Only TIMED runners can qualify for awards.
REGISTRATION PRICES
$25 - February 1st - February 8th
$35 - February 9th- February 28th
$45 - March 1st - March 31st
$55 - April 1st - April 30th
$65 - May 1st - June 18th
There is no race registration on race day!
Race bib & T-Shirt PICK-UP
Race Bib & T-Shirt pick up will be held at E.F.F.E.C.T Fitness beginning on June 8, 2026.
Saturday, June 13th @ E.F.F.E.C.T Fitness | 6:30 am- 12 pm
Thursday, June 18th @ E.F.F.E.C.T Fitness | 5 am- 12 pm and 4 pm- 7 pm
Wednesday, June 17th @ Big Peach South Fulton | 11 am -7 pm
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
This draft schedule is subject to change.
4:00 am: Race bib pick up opens
7:30 am: Race bib pick up closes
7:15 am: Race Day Opening & Welcome
7:30 am: Participant Warm Up
7:45 am: Race participants to gather at start line
8:00 am: 5k Official Start
Race Rules:
To ensure all race participants safety, participants should run inside the coned path only
All participants must be checked in with their bib's by 6am. NO EXCEPTIONS
The Metropolitan 5k is open to all ages and fitness levels
The Metropolitan 5k is open to participants ages 15 and older
All race participants acknowledge the family friendly atmosphere of the event and agree to ensure the safety of themselves and those around them
Only registered participants with a bib number are able to run the race
The Metropolitan 5k team, E.F.F.E.C.T Fitness staff, and Officers of The City of Atlanta reserve the right to remove or exclude any participant from the days events for reasons deemed necessary
Transportation & Parking:
Carpooling is highly recommended
There is NO Parking at E.F.F.E.C.T Fitness on Race Day
Parking is available at Metro Lane Fun Center on a first come, first serve basis
If you require special parking or other ADA accommodations, please email [email protected]
VIRTUAL RACE:
The virtual option allows you to run or walk anywhere, even indoors on a treadmill, at your own convenience. Please note we do encourage you to participate with us so you will have the weekend to submit your times.
Complete the 5k on your own time and at your preferred location.
You can submit your virtual race results and photos via the race registration website.
You will receive a commemorative T-shirt and medal after the event.
2026 RACE COURSE:
Get Moving For Mental Health
Your participation will support the evidence-based treatment programs at Skyland Trail and help remove financial barriers for families in need. Young people are particularly experiencing depression and anxiety and seeking mental health services at alarming rates. The U.S. surgeon general has warned that young people are facing “devastating” mental health effects as a result of the challenges experienced by their generation, including the pandemic. Raising funds through the Skyland Trail 5k will make a difference in the lives of teens and their families.
This family-friendly event is open to all. Individuals under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk will be a chipped-timed event and an official qualifier for the 2027 AJC Peachtree Road Race.
Registration and Check-In
Check-in on the morning of the event will open at 7:30 a.m. You may also register online through 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 12, 2026. On-site walk-up registration is available for $50. Virtual participation options are available.
Donations
Donations to the Skyland Trail 5K are welcome through September 30. Donate here >>
Weather
In the event of extreme or hazardous weather, Skyland Trail may delay or cancel the event entirely. If there are weather-related changes, Skyland Trail will email all registered participants and volunteers on Saturday morning before the event. Please note that the race entry fee is non-refundable.
Safety, Rules, and Policies
Although water will be available, participants are encouraged to bring a personal water bottle or camelback device. Parents with strollers, wagons, etc. will start at the back of the group to prevent creating hazards for other participants. No animals or pets, except for service animals, will be permitted. Weapons of any kind, including firearms, are not permitted on Skyland Trail campuses. Skyland Trail is a nicotine-free campus. Smoking and vaping are not permitted indoors or outdoors.
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