Fast Pace Race 5K/10K/1 mile

Event Overview

JOIN US for the 18th annual FAST Pace Race 5K/10K/1K on Saturday, October 24, 2026

About Our Cause

• Cancer Statistics: Prostate cancer is the most common major cancer in American men today. One in six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.
• Event Partnership: On Saturday, October 24, 2026, Forsyth Area Striders Team (F.A.S.T.) collaborates with the Prostate Condition Education Council (PCEC).
• Aware and Educate: The event, and its proceeds, promote awareness and provide education regarding the importance of screening and early detection.

About Our Title Sponsor

&ldquo:Advanced Urology is Georgia's leading provider of high quality, urological care. We are ranked #1 on the Health Grades and are the only provider in the area to offer same day appointments. With 10 clinics and 7 ambulatory surgery centers conveniently located throughout the Atlanta area, Advanced Urology is committed to giving our patients the best experience possible by focusing on innovative treatments, exceptional service, and superior outcomes. Our highly skilled medical professionals work within our own state-of-the-art facilities and local hospitals where we are dedicated to making our patients feel comfortable and valued. Our patients are our highest priority, and we pride ourselves in offering exceptional care and service.&rdquo:

Event Details and Schedule

Course Description

• Half-Mile Advantage: We're Famous for our half-mile downhill start and finish on both 5K and the 10K courses!
• Runner Designed: These courses were designed by runners, for runners.
• Chip-Timed: Both the 5K and 10K are chip-timed, point-to-point runs with an overall elevation drop to the finish line.
• Fast Results: The 5K faster than fast course will produce many memorable PRs and the 10K/5K exciting downhill finishes will boast many Peachtree Road Race qualifying times for 2027.

Website

Race Website: fastpacerace.org

Packet Pickup

• Early Pickup: Friday, October 23 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm in the ARENA BARN along side the ARENA.
• Race Day Pickup: Opens at 6:30am inside the Cumming Fairgrounds in the ARENA BARN along side the ARENA.

T-Shirts

• Technical Fabric: Advanced technical fiber t-shirts are available in Men’s or women’s fitted cut for early registrations.
• Guaranteed Shirt: All participants registered by October 16th will be guaranteed a race t-shirt.
• Shirt Sizes: Please note, the women's fitted shirt tends to be on the small size. Women who prefer a looser fit should request a Men's shirt.

Free Parking

Parking will be available in the Cumming Fair Grounds Gate B or Lot 1. The fairgrounds will be the staging/finishing area with parking for approximately 2000 cars and ample restrooms attached to the arena.

Arrive on Time

DON'T FORGET! Because this is a point-to-point course, you should arrive EARLY to be shuttled to the start. Buses for the 1-mile trip to the start line begin boarding at 7:00 am from the Fairgrounds and will end at 7:45 am. 5K and 10K begin promptly at 8:00 am. Maps will show multiple walking routes to the start line if preferred.

Bag Check

Since we are a point to point race and it can be cool in October we will provide a bag check at the start line for warm up clothing, jackets and such to be transported back to the exhibit hall at the fairgrounds.

Start Line Transportation

The start line is approximately one mile from the fairgrounds. We will offer buses to transport runners/walkers to the starting line from 7:00 am - 7:50 am, or participants may choose to walk/run to the start via sidewalks.

Post Race Celebration

10K and 5K races finish in front of the Cumming Fairgrounds on Castleberry Road. Post-race snacks, beverages and ample restrooms will be available just over the Castleberry foot bridge. Overall Male/Female, Masters Male/Female, and Age Group awards (Male/Female in 5-year increments) will be provided to the top 3 finishers for both the 5K and 10K. All finishers will receive finishing medals. 1 mile fun run stays 100% within the fairgrounds.

Directions from EXIT 14 GA400 to Fairgrounds

1. Head northwest on Buford Hwy/GA-20 W toward Atlanta Rd/GA-20 W/GA-9 N - go 0.2 mi
2. Turn left at Atlanta Rd/GA-9 S - go 0.2 mi
3. Turn right at Hutchinson Rd (At light beside KFC) - go 0.6 mi
4. Turn right to stay on Hutchinson Rd - go 0.4 mi
5. Turn right at Castleberry Rd - go 0.9 mi
6. Destination (Cumming Fairgrounds) will be on the left Parking at Gate B in the Fairgrounds Total: 2.2 mi from 400.

More Information

For more details, visit the official race page at Fast Pace Race 5K/10K/1 mile.