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Saturday, April 17th, 2027
180 Interstate N Pkwy SE, Atlanta GA
5K
51–73°F · some rain risk
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2026
61–87°F
dry
2025
51–79°F
dry
2024
62–76°F
dry
2023
44–65°F
dry
2022
53–74°F
dry
2021
49–68°F
dry
2020
42–72°F
dry
2019
49–74°F
dry
2018
33–70°F
dry
2017
60–82°F
dry
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About this race
REaDy to Run 5K Run/Walk
REaDy to Run 5K Run/Walk is a family-friendly community run/walk for men, women, and children. The race also features a virtual option. Runners, joggers, and walkers enjoy a healthy, fun-filled event while supporting a worthy cause. Join us as we celebrate our 6th year!
Beneficiary
- All proceeds: Benefit British Swim Schools in partnership with Hope Floats Foundation
- Purpose: Provides scholarships for swimming lessons for children living in poverty.
- Support: Scholarships and tuition assistance are provided to children and adults who might not otherwise be able to afford swim lessons.
Sponsorship
REaDy to Run 5K Run/Walk is sponsored by Marietta-Roswell Alumnae Chapter (MRAC) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. MRAC is a sisterhood of college-educated women committed to providing public service programming that impacts its Cobb, Cherokee, and North Fulton County service area.
Course Details
- Course Certification: This USATF-Certified 5K course has many flat sections with a few gentle slopes and serves as a qualifier for AJC Peachtree Road Race. (Cert number GA23014DJ)
- Restrictions: No strollers or pets allowed.
Time Limit
5K - 1 hour and 15 minutes. Any participant still on the course after the time limit is reached will be asked to vacate the course.
Timing
The timing device for this event is RFID timing by Performance Race Services. To receive an accurate time, please confirm that your bib is:
- Visible: Clearly visible on the front of the torso
- Unaltered: Unaltered and unmodified (not folded or wrinkled)
- Pinned: Pinned in all four corners
- Uncovered: Uncovered (jackets, fuel belts, etc.)
Results are published live within a few minutes of completion and are chip to chip times for crossing the timing pad.
Virtual Option
Run or walk a 5K (3.1 miles) on your favorite course or treadmill the week of the race. Virtual 5K participants receive a finisher medal by mail before race day.
Awards
Overall (M/F)
Event Swag
- Short-sleeve T-shirt: T-shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed for registrations after March 31, 2027.
- Finisher Medal:
- Free Race Photos:
Race bibs and event swag are ONLY available for in-person participants at packet pick-up or on race day.
Refund Policy
All registrations are final and non-transferable.
Packet Pickup
Thursday, April 15, 2027 4:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Big Peach Running Co. Vinings/Smyrna
4624 Camp Highland Rd SE
Suite 200
Smyrna, GA 30082
Tel: 770.405.8035
Friday, April 16, 2027 4:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Big Peach Running Co. East Cobb/Marietta
1062 Johnson Ferry Road, Ste. 170
Marietta, GA 30068
Tel: 770.579.0444
Date and Location
Date: April 17, 2027
Location: 180 Interstate N Pkwy SE, Atlanta, GA
Sign Up
For more information or to register, visit: REaDy to Run 5K Run/Walk
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