The Vinings Down Hill 5K Run for the Kids

The Vinings Down Hill 5K Run for the Kids

Date: August 8, 2026

Location: 2849 Paces Ferry Rd SE, Atlanta, GA

For more information, visit: Race Link

Event Overview

• Date: August 8, 2026
• Occasion: 30th Anniversary of the Vinings Down Hill 5K Run for the Kids
• Community Focus: Supported local children’s charities
• Founder: Charles Heinz in 1996

Course Details

• Starting Point: Top of Mt. Wilkinson
• Scenic Route: Winds through the Cumberland area
• Finish Line: The Lovett School
• Elevation Drop: 280-foot net elevation drop

Course Challenges

• Variety: Not entirely downhill: includes three short hills
• Hill Locations: At half-mile mark, second mile, and final half-mile
• Dynamic Experience: Combines uphill challenges with exhilarating downhill stretches
• Runners' Delight: Fun and fast course keeps participants returning

Additional Activities

• Kids 1K Fun Run: Special event for children
• Doggie Dash & Costume Contest: Fun for four-legged friends
• Family-Friendly: Activities for participants of all ages
• Post-Race Party: At Vinings Jubilee with awards and music

Celebration Invitation

Join us as we celebrate 30 years of impact, community, and downhill fun!