5K for Peace
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Savannah, Georgia
- Price $27.50 - $54.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the inspiring 5K for Peace on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in the charming city of Savannah, Georgia. This uplifting event will take place in the picturesque Forsyth Park, where participants can choose between a full 5K run starting at 9:00 AM or a family-friendly 1-mile walk beginning at 9:20 AM. Gather your friends and family for a day of movement, community, and purpose as you traverse the beautiful squares of historic downtown Savannah.
The 5K for Peace is more than just a race; it's a heartfelt initiative aimed at supporting those in need. Proceeds from this event will benefit Rooted Ummah, a nonprofit dedicated to assisting unhoused neighbors, refugees, and displaced communities. After the race, participants can enjoy a vibrant post-event gathering filled with music, food, vendors, and community organizations, creating a festival atmosphere that celebrates compassion and solidarity. Whether you're pushing for a personal best or enjoying a leisurely stroll, your participation helps spread hope and dignity to those who need it most. Sign up today and take a meaningful step toward a brighter future!
The 5K for Peace is more than just a race; it's a heartfelt initiative aimed at supporting those in need. Proceeds from this event will benefit Rooted Ummah, a nonprofit dedicated to assisting unhoused neighbors, refugees, and displaced communities. After the race, participants can enjoy a vibrant post-event gathering filled with music, food, vendors, and community organizations, creating a festival atmosphere that celebrates compassion and solidarity. Whether you're pushing for a personal best or enjoying a leisurely stroll, your participation helps spread hope and dignity to those who need it most. Sign up today and take a meaningful step toward a brighter future!
Organiser's Description
5K for Peace Join Us in Moving for Justice!
Lace up your shoes and join the 5K for Peace on October 10, 2026, as we walk and run together through the beautiful squares of historic downtown Savannah, Georgia. This community event welcomes people of all ages and abilities to stand together for compassion, dignity, and hope.
Proceeds benefit Rooted Ummah, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting unhoused neighbors, refugees, immigrants, and displaced communitieslocally and beyond. Rooted Ummah provides meals, supplies, day center services in Savannah, and resources for families rebuilding their lives after displacement. Learn more. [https://www.rootedummah.org/5k4peace]
EVENT DETAILS
Date: October 10, 2026
Location: Forsyth Park - Savannah, Georgia
Note: There will be no road closings or traffic interruptions for this event.
FULL 5K
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Start/Finish Line: Forsyth Park Bandshell
FAMILY 1 MILE
Start Time: 9:20 AM
Start/Finish Line: Forsyth Park Bandshell
Post-Event Gathering: Music, food, vendors, and community organizations.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
* Official Race Bib
* Participant Medal (for the first 100 participants to sign up)
* Pledge Card
* Digital Finish Photo
* Entry to the post-race celebration
* Short & Long-sleeve T-shirts available for purchase
WHY JOIN?
By participating in the 5K for Peace, runners and walkers help stand in solidarity with communities facing urgent needs in Savannah and around the world. Together, we affirm that dignity, safety, and compassion are rights every person deserves. Whether youre running for a personal best or walking side by side with friends and family, every step you take helps protect children, support families, and bring relief to those facing hardship. Together, we can show that compassion knows no borders and that dignity, safety, and care are universal human rights.
Sign up today and take a step toward a world where no one is forgottenone stride at a time.
Lace up your shoes and join the 5K for Peace on October 10, 2026, as we walk and run together through the beautiful squares of historic downtown Savannah, Georgia. This community event welcomes people of all ages and abilities to stand together for compassion, dignity, and hope.
Proceeds benefit Rooted Ummah, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting unhoused neighbors, refugees, immigrants, and displaced communitieslocally and beyond. Rooted Ummah provides meals, supplies, day center services in Savannah, and resources for families rebuilding their lives after displacement. Learn more. [https://www.rootedummah.org/5k4peace]
EVENT DETAILS
Date: October 10, 2026
Location: Forsyth Park - Savannah, Georgia
Note: There will be no road closings or traffic interruptions for this event.
FULL 5K
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Start/Finish Line: Forsyth Park Bandshell
FAMILY 1 MILE
Start Time: 9:20 AM
Start/Finish Line: Forsyth Park Bandshell
Post-Event Gathering: Music, food, vendors, and community organizations.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
* Official Race Bib
* Participant Medal (for the first 100 participants to sign up)
* Pledge Card
* Digital Finish Photo
* Entry to the post-race celebration
* Short & Long-sleeve T-shirts available for purchase
WHY JOIN?
By participating in the 5K for Peace, runners and walkers help stand in solidarity with communities facing urgent needs in Savannah and around the world. Together, we affirm that dignity, safety, and compassion are rights every person deserves. Whether youre running for a personal best or walking side by side with friends and family, every step you take helps protect children, support families, and bring relief to those facing hardship. Together, we can show that compassion knows no borders and that dignity, safety, and care are universal human rights.
Sign up today and take a step toward a world where no one is forgottenone stride at a time.
Races
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Full 5K Run Walk
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$54.00
Full 5K nine oclock Start Time: 9:00 AM bullseye Start/Finish Line: Forsyth Park Bandshell -
1 Mile Family Loop
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:20AM EDT)
$27.50
Family 1 Mile nine oclock Start Time: 9:20 AM bullseye Start/Finish Line: Forsyth Park Bandshell
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