Atlanta Lab Rescue 5K
- Date Sun 15th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Atlanta, Georgia
- Price $38.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 12th Annual Atlanta Lab Rescue 5K on Sunday, November 15th, 2026, in beautiful Atlanta, Fulton! This exciting event, stretching approximately 3.15 miles, will take place at Shirley Clarke Franklin Park, formerly known as Westside Park. It's not just a race; it's a chance to support a worthy cause. The Atlanta Lab Rescue is dedicated to rescuing Labrador Retrievers and large breed mixes from challenging situations and finding them loving homes. With over 6,000 dogs rescued in its first 13 years, your participation helps make a difference.
This dog-friendly race invites you to bring your furry friends along (just remember, no retractable leashes!). Registration includes a stylish long sleeve t-shirt, and all participants in the timed start will receive a race bib with a timing chip, ensuring a fun and competitive atmosphere. After the race, don’t miss the awards ceremony celebrating the top runners across various categories. Early packet pickup is available on November 13th, with race day registration also open until 9:00 AM. Lace up your running shoes and be part of a fantastic event that not only promotes fitness but also supports the rescue of our four-legged friends!
This dog-friendly race invites you to bring your furry friends along (just remember, no retractable leashes!). Registration includes a stylish long sleeve t-shirt, and all participants in the timed start will receive a race bib with a timing chip, ensuring a fun and competitive atmosphere. After the race, don’t miss the awards ceremony celebrating the top runners across various categories. Early packet pickup is available on November 13th, with race day registration also open until 9:00 AM. Lace up your running shoes and be part of a fantastic event that not only promotes fitness but also supports the rescue of our four-legged friends!
Organiser's Description
The 12th Annual Atlanta Lab Rescue 5K is one of our largest fundraisers for Atlanta Lab Rescue. ALR's mission is to rescue Labrador Retrievers and Large Breed Mixes from overwhelmed shelters and abusive situations and place them in secure, loving homes. We average 40+ dogs in the program at any given time and in our first 13 years, we have rescued over 6000 dogs. Our website is www.atlantalabrescue.com. The Atlanta Lab Rescue 5K (approximately 3.15 miles) begins and ends at Shirley Clarke Franklin Park (formerly Westside Park) in Atlanta, GA. This will be a dog friendly race; however no retractable leashes are allowed. The event is being held on Sunday, November 15th, 2026. The 5K will have timing provided by Elite Race Timing at www.eliteracetiming.com. After the race is completed stick around for the awards ceremony!
Registration fee includes a long sleeve t-shirt. Each participant in the timed start will receive a race bib with a timing chip. Shirts will be mailed to all virtual runners the week of the race.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP WILL BE AVAILABLE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH FROM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM AT BIG PEACH RUNNING CO (EAST COBB) - 1062 JOHNSON FERRY RD, UNIT 170, MARIETTA GA 30068. REGISTRATION AT PACKET PICKUP WILL BE AVAILABLE VIA QR CODE FOR $40.00. CREDIT CARD OR DEBIT CARD ONLY. NO CASH OR CHECK WILL BE ACCEPTED.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE ONSITE UNTIL 9:00AM VIA QR CODE FOR $45.00. CREDIT CARD OR DEBIT CARD ONLY. NO CASH OR CHECK WILL BE ACCEPTED.
AWARD CATEGORIES
Overall Awards
* Overall Male
* Overall Female
* Overall Masters Male
* Overall Masters Female
Age Group Awards (Top 3 Male/Female in each group)
* 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
Registration fee includes a long sleeve t-shirt. Each participant in the timed start will receive a race bib with a timing chip. Shirts will be mailed to all virtual runners the week of the race.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP WILL BE AVAILABLE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH FROM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM AT BIG PEACH RUNNING CO (EAST COBB) - 1062 JOHNSON FERRY RD, UNIT 170, MARIETTA GA 30068. REGISTRATION AT PACKET PICKUP WILL BE AVAILABLE VIA QR CODE FOR $40.00. CREDIT CARD OR DEBIT CARD ONLY. NO CASH OR CHECK WILL BE ACCEPTED.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE ONSITE UNTIL 9:00AM VIA QR CODE FOR $45.00. CREDIT CARD OR DEBIT CARD ONLY. NO CASH OR CHECK WILL BE ACCEPTED.
AWARD CATEGORIES
Overall Awards
* Overall Male
* Overall Female
* Overall Masters Male
* Overall Masters Female
Age Group Awards (Top 3 Male/Female in each group)
* 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
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Shirley Clarke Franklin Park (formerly Westside Park), 1621 Johnson Road NW, Atlanta, 30318, GA, United States
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