Sandy Springs Education Force's Lightning 10K & 5K

Sandy Springs Education Force's 5K/10K - Saturday, October 25, 2025

Registration Includes

• T-shirt: Each registrant receives a race t-shirt.
• Finisher Medals: Medals are awarded for completing the race.
• Awards: Awards are available for both adults and kids.

Support the Cause

• Not a Runner: You can still support SSEF without participating.
• Donation: Tap HERE to donate!

Race Course

• Fast and Flat: The Lightning 5K/10K features a speedy flat course.
• Official Qualifier: This event is an official Peachtree qualifier!
• Community Focus: Participants help boost educational programs for public school students in Sandy Springs.
• Team Formation: Form a school, neighborhood or corporate team and join the fun!

Registration Deadline

• Guarantee T-shirt: Register by October 10 (Extended through October 12).
• Impact: Your registration fee supports targeted learning programs for local public school students.

Registration Fee

• Early Bird Pricing: Now until July 30, 2025: $40 for 10K and $30 for 5K.
• Standard Pricing: Now until October 24: $45 for 10K and $35 for 5K.
• Day of Race: $50 for 10K and $40 for 5K.

Day of Race Timeline

• 6:30 am: Registration Opens (Pick up your bib and t-shirt at packet pickup).
• 7:45 am: 10K Start.
• 7:55 am: 5K Start.

Packet Pickup

• Location: Academy Sports + Outdoors, 130 Perimeter Center W, Dunwoody, GA 30346.
• Date: Friday, October 24th, from 11 am - 7 pm.

Your Support Makes a Difference

• Academic Gap: Help bridge the academic gap and keep students on track.
• Nonprofit Mission: SSEF is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to enriching the lives of public school students.
• Focus Areas: STEAM, literacy, and after-school programs address critical needs.
• Support Vulnerable Students: Financially challenged students benefit from these programs.

For more information, visit the official race page: Lightning 10K & 5K.