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Saturday, November 7th, 2026
180 Carroll St, Atlanta GA
5K
48–66°F · low rain risk
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About this race
Romp & Stomp 5K 2026
Date: November 7, 2026
Location: 180 Carroll St, Atlanta, GA
Race URL: Sign Up Here!
About the Race
- Popularity: One of the most popular races in Atlanta, Romp and Stomp 5k kicks off the Cabbagetown Chomp and Stomp Chili Cookoff and Bluegrass Festival.
- Course: This race features a fast, flat course through historic Cabbagetown that is great for first timers or those chasing a PR.
- Participation Perks: All participants receive an awesome T-shirt and a free chili tasting spoon for the Chomp and Stomp Chili and Bluegrass Festival later that day.
- Volunteering: Interested in volunteering? Earn a free race entry, swag, and chili spoon. Sign up here!
Important Notes
- Strollers/Dogs: If you plan on running with strollers or dogs, or walking, please start behind the rest of the runners.
- Dog Policy: Dogs are not allowed to the Chomp and Stomp Festival per City of Atlanta Festival Ordinance.
- Community Support: Chomp & Stomp supports our park improvements for everyone to enjoy. Thank you for your help!
- Mission: The mission of Cabbagetown Initiative 501c3 is: To Energize Public Spaces! Since 2003, we've raised funds for a safe and welcoming environment for all visitors.
Event Details & Schedule
- Race Start: 8:00 am
- Parking: Parking is a challenge, so arrive early! Park at lots on Memorial, in the Agave lot, or paid parking at the Dairies.
- Directions: From I-20 take the Boulevard/Zoo Atlanta exit to reach the Agave lot.
- Location: Race start is on Carroll St. in front of Milltown Tavern.
Awards
Awards will be presented for Overall Male/Female/Non-Binary, Masters (50+) Male/Female/Non-Binary, and top 3 finishers for Male/Female/Non-Binary in each age group (14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+).
Teams
Want to compete in the run club championship? The top three times from each run club in men, women, and non-binary will be tallied to determine the champions.
Lace up, rally your run club, and see who can claim bragging rights as the Romp & Stomp Run Club Champion!
Packet Pick-up
- When: Thursday, November 5 and Friday, November 6 from 6:30-9:00 pm at the Cabbagetown Community Center.
- Race Morning: At Milltown Tavern from 7:00-7:45 am.
- Note: For race morning pick-ups, only numbers will be handed out at the Milltown start line.
- Post-race: Shirts and packets will be available after the race at the Cabbagetown Park finish area.
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