586 Candler Park Dr NE, Atlanta GA
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Event Overview
Join the fun Sunday, May 3, 2026. Gather with your friends, neighbors, and family for a run or walk featuring beautiful Candler Park neighborhood streets and the Freedom Park Path. All proceeds from the event benefit the Mary Lin Elementary PTO.
Event Date and Time
- Date: Sunday, May 3, 2026
- 5K Start Time: 8:00 AM
- 1 Mile Fun Run Start Time: 9:00 AM
Start/Finish Location
- Location: Mary Lin Elementary School (586 Candler Park Dr NE Atlanta, GA 30307)
Course Information
- Course Time Limit: 5K - 59 minutes (19 minute/mile pace)
- Course Time Limit: Fun Run - 30 minutes (30 minutes/mile)
- 5K Age Guidelines: 5K participants under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult while on the course.
- PETS: ARE NOT ALLOWED ON THE COURSE AT ANY TIME
Course Maps
Event Details
- T-Shirts: Limited Edition 2026 Rocket Run Shirts available to participants who register prior to April 19th (T-shirt availability and sizing are not guaranteed for participants registering after April 19th)
- Family Friendly: 5K - 8:00 AM, 1 Mile - 9:00 AM
- Participation: Runners, Walkers, and Strollers welcome
- Qualifier: AJC Peachtree Road Race Qualifier
Event Day Schedule
- 7:00 AM: Race Day Number Pick-Up & Registration opens
- 8:45 AM: Race Day Number Pick-up & Registration closes
- 8:00 AM: Rocket Run 5K start
- 9:00 AM: 1 Mile Fun Run start
- 9:30 AM: 5K Awards
Online Registration
- Registration Closes: Saturday, May 2, 2026 @ 11:59 PM
- Registration URL: Register Here
Course Map
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