Cobb County 5K benefiting Make a Wish Georgia
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 7:45AM EDT
- Location Marietta, Georgia
- Price $18.25 - $40.75
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Cobb County 5K benefiting Make-A-Wish Georgia, taking place on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, in the vibrant Marietta area of Cobb County. This exciting event not only promotes health and fitness but also supports a noble cause—granting wishes for children in Cobb County facing critical illnesses. Participants can look forward to a fun-filled day starting with pre-race festivities at 7:15 a.m. and a wheelchair race kickoff at 7:40 a.m. The 1K race for kids aged 4-11 begins at 7:45 a.m., followed by the main 5K race at 8:15 a.m.
This year, the event introduces a new 1K distance, encouraging younger runners to join in on the action, while the 5K race remains a Peachtree Road Race qualifying event. So, gather your family and friends to run, walk, or cheer for a great cause—every step you take helps bring joy to a child's life. Don’t miss this chance to be part of something special and make a positive impact in your community!
This year, the event introduces a new 1K distance, encouraging younger runners to join in on the action, while the 5K race remains a Peachtree Road Race qualifying event. So, gather your family and friends to run, walk, or cheer for a great cause—every step you take helps bring joy to a child's life. Don’t miss this chance to be part of something special and make a positive impact in your community!
Organiser's Description
Every year, Cobb County hosts the Make-A-Wish 5K, a 5-kilometer run the benefits of which are donated to Make-A-Wish Georgia to grant wishes for Cobb County children with critical illnesses. This year, there are many children in Cobb County waiting to have his or her wish granted. It is our hope to grant more wishes and we know that it takes a community to make this happen. Help us put a smile on a child's face by making their wish come true. To find out more about Make-A-Wish, visit: https://wish.org/georgia/our-stories.
The Make-A-Wish 5K is a Peachtree Road Race qualifying event.
This will be the first year that we are incorporating a 1K race for children 4-11 years of age. Children also have the option of running the 5K race if it's their preference. Bring them on out and let them burn off some energy.
RACE SCHEDULE IS AS FOLLOWS:
Participants assemble on the Marietta Square, pre-race festivities begins at 7:15 a.m.
Walk-up registration begins at 6:30 a.m., ending at 7:30 a.m.
Wheelchair participants will begin at 7:40 a.m.
The 1K race will begin at 7:45 a.m.
5K race begins promptly at 8:15 a.m.
*_Schedule is subject to change*_
Join us and let's run for a great cause!
THE RACE WILL GO ON AS PLANNED UNLESS CONDITIONS ARE DEEMED HAZARDOUS TO RUNNERS AND VOLUNTEERS.
Check out the video of last year's race, click on the link: https://youtu.be/v_FOdZQpCR4
PACKET PICK-UP INFORMATION
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1ST FROM 3:00 - 7:00 PM at Big Peach Running Co. - East Cobb/Marietta, 1062 Johnson Ferry Rd, Marietta, GA 30068
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2ND FROM 3:00 - 7:00 PM at Al Bishop Softball Complex, 1082 Al Bishop Dr, Marietta, GA 30008
The Make-A-Wish 5K is a Peachtree Road Race qualifying event.
This will be the first year that we are incorporating a 1K race for children 4-11 years of age. Children also have the option of running the 5K race if it's their preference. Bring them on out and let them burn off some energy.
RACE SCHEDULE IS AS FOLLOWS:
Participants assemble on the Marietta Square, pre-race festivities begins at 7:15 a.m.
Walk-up registration begins at 6:30 a.m., ending at 7:30 a.m.
Wheelchair participants will begin at 7:40 a.m.
The 1K race will begin at 7:45 a.m.
5K race begins promptly at 8:15 a.m.
*_Schedule is subject to change*_
Join us and let's run for a great cause!
THE RACE WILL GO ON AS PLANNED UNLESS CONDITIONS ARE DEEMED HAZARDOUS TO RUNNERS AND VOLUNTEERS.
Check out the video of last year's race, click on the link: https://youtu.be/v_FOdZQpCR4
PACKET PICK-UP INFORMATION
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1ST FROM 3:00 - 7:00 PM at Big Peach Running Co. - East Cobb/Marietta, 1062 Johnson Ferry Rd, Marietta, GA 30068
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2ND FROM 3:00 - 7:00 PM at Al Bishop Softball Complex, 1082 Al Bishop Dr, Marietta, GA 30008
Races
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5K (Timed)
Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$40.75
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5k (Untimed) Walk/Run
Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$36.75
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Phantom Runner (Donation Only)
Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$40.75
A Phantom Runner is someone who wants to support the 5K but is not able to attend the race. The fee for Phantom Runners is $30 and they must submit a registration form. They will receive a race t-shirt which will be mailed to them after the race. -
1K Fun Run - for Ages 4 to 11 Years of Age
Incl. $3.25 Fee
Sat 3rd October 2026 (7:45AM EDT)
$18.25
Bring your kids out to join in the fun. The 1K run will take place prior to our 5K run.
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