1995b Metropolitan Parkway Southwest, Atlanta GA
Friday, June 19th, 2026
For more information on The Metropolitan 5k Race, visit our website: http://www.metro5k.org
1995b Metropolitan PWKY
Atlanta, GA 30315
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
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.
$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 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
This draft schedule is subject to change.
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