In 70 days · Sun, Nov 15, 2026
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When
Sunday, November 15th, 2026
Where
Shirley Clarke Franklin Park (formerly Westside Park), Atlanta GA
Distance
5K
Typical weather
44–62°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
42–72°F
dry
2024
45–63°F
dry
2023
52–59°F
dry
2022
42–48°F
rain
2021
38–56°F
dry
2020
50–69°F
dry
2019
42–49°F
rain
2018
31–45°F
rain
2017
40–56°F
dry
2016
46–67°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Event: 12th Annual Atlanta Lab Rescue 5K
- Date: November 15th, 2026
- Location: Shirley Clarke Franklin Park (formerly Westside Park), Atlanta, GA
- Distance: Approximately 3.15 miles
Mission
- Purpose: Fundraiser for Atlanta Lab Rescue
- Focus: Rescue Labrador Retrievers and Large Breed Mixes
- Impact: Over 6000 dogs rescued in 13 years
- Website: www.atlantalabrescue.com
Registration Information
- Fees: $40 at packet pickup, $45 on race day
- Payment: Credit/debit card only: no cash/check accepted
- Inclusions: Long sleeve t-shirt, race bib with timing chip for participants
- Virtual Runners: Shirts mailed the week of the race
Packet Pickup
- Date: November 13th, 2026
- Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Location: Big Peach Running Co (East Cobb), 1062 Johnson Ferry Rd, Unit 170, Marietta GA 30068
- Onsite Registration: Available via QR code
Awards
- Overall Awards: Overall Male, Overall Female, Overall Masters Male, Overall Masters Female
- Age Group Awards: Top 3 Male/Female in each group
- Age Categories: 10 and Under, 11 to 14, 15 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, 70 and Over
- Awards Ceremony: Stick around after the race!
Race Timing
- Timing Provider: Elite Race Timing
- Website: www.eliteracetiming.com
- Dog Friendly: Yes, but no retractable leashes allowed
- More Info: Race Details
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