12th Annual Midtown Race For MAC 5K Run/Walk

The Midtown Assistance Center (MAC) is again preparing for its 12th Annual Midtown Race for MAC 5k at Piedmont Park on May 9, 2026.  Growing in size each year, this annual event draws runners from around Atlanta to raise awareness about the prevention of homelessness and hunger for working families.  Since its inaugural race in 2014, the Midtown Race for MAC has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to provide essential emergency assistance to low-income working Atlantans.

The 5k race course this year is once again inside the park, and all runners, walkers, strollers, and pet owners are welcome. Parking available in the lot next to Park Tavern. Leashed dogs and strollers welcome.

We are excited to welcome StretchLabs to the event to offer their MAPS Movement Assessment, a quick 3-D mobility scan that analyzes how efficiently your body moves. In about 30 seconds, you can perform a simple squat while the system evaluates mobility, posture, symmetry, and muscle activation.

START/FINISH: Near Park Tavern and Midtown High School. 500 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309. The race will start promptly at 8:30 AM

AGE GROUPS/AWARDS: Awards for Overall M & F, Masters M & F & top M & F finishers in each category.

REGISTRATION:

• $30 through March 1; $35 thereafter and $45 on race day
• On-site registration at main pavilion from 7:15 to 8:15am

T-SHIRTS: All pre-registered participants will receive a 100% cotton short-sleeved T-shirt. Race day as supplies last.

PACKET PICKUP: TBC

RACE INFO:           Ed Williams, Race Director | 404-993-1975 | roadraceservices@comcast.net

Event details and schedule

Early packet pickup will be available on Friday, May8th from 12:00-5:00 at West Stride (3517 Northside Parkway NW Atlanta GA 30327).

5K race starts at 8:30 AM