First Responder 5k Run/Walk
- Date Sat 15th November 2025 - Sun 23rd November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Atlanta, Georgia
- Price $40.13 - $45.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and fitness at the 4th Annual First Responder 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, November 15, 2025, in Atlanta, Cobb County! This family-friendly event welcomes participants of all fitness levels to walk, jog, or run either in person or virtually. With a scenic course that offers unique challenges, including some hills, it's a fantastic opportunity to get active while showing support for our local heroes.
Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere featuring first responder vehicles, engaging field games hosted by The Atlanta Braves mascot Blooper, and a thrilling performance by the Braves Heavy Hitters. Plus, those who register by July 15 will receive a complimentary long sleeve shirt, while medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in various age divisions. As an added bonus, the event serves as a qualifier for the prestigious Peachtree Road Race! Join us for this meaningful and fun event, and remember—strollers and leashed dogs are welcome! Sign up today and let’s run to help those who run to help you!
Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere featuring first responder vehicles, engaging field games hosted by The Atlanta Braves mascot Blooper, and a thrilling performance by the Braves Heavy Hitters. Plus, those who register by July 15 will receive a complimentary long sleeve shirt, while medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in various age divisions. As an added bonus, the event serves as a qualifier for the prestigious Peachtree Road Race! Join us for this meaningful and fun event, and remember—strollers and leashed dogs are welcome! Sign up today and let’s run to help those who run to help you!
Organiser's Description
Join us for Cobb County's 4th Annual First Responder 5k! Walk, jog, or run- in person, or virtual. This event is for all fitness levels and we have some GREAT prizes!
This family-friendly event will include first responder vehicles and displays, field games with The Atlanta Braves Blooper, and a performance from the Braves Heavy Hitters! Sign-up today and _Run to Help Those, Who Run to Help You!
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NEW THIS YEAR - registration price includes a long sleeve shirt. Must register by July 15th to guarantee t-shirt size. This Event is a Qualifier for the PeachTree Road Race! Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome!
MEDALS WILL BE AWARDED TO THE TOP 3 FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING AGE DIVISIONS:
**TOP FUNDRAISER PRIZES!**
1. On the left side of the race website select the arrow next to "Donate", then select "Become a Fundraiser", fill out the form and easily create a fundraising page for yourself and/or your team.
2. Share your page with friends
3. The top 3 fundraisers will win!
Prizes!!! The top 3 fundraisers will be able to choose the first responder agency of their choice and receive a personalized tour and "Day in the Life of a First Responder*" agencies to choose from include: Cobb Police , Cobb Sheriff, Cobb 911, Cobb Animal Control, Cobb Emergency Management, and Cobb Fire. Details of "Day in the Life" will be determined by each agency.
One year's winner was featured on Fox5, see video link below
https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/cobb-county-woman-firefighter-for-a-day-kidney-donation [https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/cobb-county-woman-firefighter-for-a-day-kidney-donation]
EVENT DETAILS:
- Opening ceremony will begin at 8:00 a.m. sharp. We will have a special honor guard presentation and a performance from the Heavy Hitter Band, that will lead runners and walkers to the start line.
- Official start time for the run/walk is expected to be at 8:20 a.m., or immediately following the opening ceremony and walk over.
- Medals will be awarded to top 3 finishers in each category at approximately 9:30 a.m.
- Awards will be given to top 3 fundraisers.
- Please keep in mind the course is hilly.
- Water stations will be available before and after the race.
- On-site activities will include: First responder vehicles and displays, Atlanta Braves mascot Blooper, family lawn games, and water fountain/spray ground.
- SELF PARKING at The Battery- On non-event days parking in the Red, Green, Yellow and Purple Decks is free for the first 2 hours. See map below for parking locations.
PACKET PICKUP:
- PRIOR TO RACE DAY: In person packet pickup will be held Thursday, November 13th and Friday, November 14th from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Cobb County Animal Control, located at 1060 Al Bishop Drive SW, Marietta 30008
- DAY OF RACE: packet pickup is available race day at the registration tent beginning at 6:30 a.m.
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS:
All virtual t-shirts will be mailed after the race. Times for the virtual race can be uploaded on the results page from race day (November 15th) until the following Sunday (November 23rd) at 11:59PM. An email with instructions to upload times will be sent out on November 15th for all virtual participants.
This family-friendly event will include first responder vehicles and displays, field games with The Atlanta Braves Blooper, and a performance from the Braves Heavy Hitters! Sign-up today and _Run to Help Those, Who Run to Help You!
_
NEW THIS YEAR - registration price includes a long sleeve shirt. Must register by July 15th to guarantee t-shirt size. This Event is a Qualifier for the PeachTree Road Race! Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome!
MEDALS WILL BE AWARDED TO THE TOP 3 FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING AGE DIVISIONS:
**TOP FUNDRAISER PRIZES!**
1. On the left side of the race website select the arrow next to "Donate", then select "Become a Fundraiser", fill out the form and easily create a fundraising page for yourself and/or your team.
2. Share your page with friends
3. The top 3 fundraisers will win!
Prizes!!! The top 3 fundraisers will be able to choose the first responder agency of their choice and receive a personalized tour and "Day in the Life of a First Responder*" agencies to choose from include: Cobb Police , Cobb Sheriff, Cobb 911, Cobb Animal Control, Cobb Emergency Management, and Cobb Fire. Details of "Day in the Life" will be determined by each agency.
One year's winner was featured on Fox5, see video link below
https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/cobb-county-woman-firefighter-for-a-day-kidney-donation [https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/cobb-county-woman-firefighter-for-a-day-kidney-donation]
EVENT DETAILS:
- Opening ceremony will begin at 8:00 a.m. sharp. We will have a special honor guard presentation and a performance from the Heavy Hitter Band, that will lead runners and walkers to the start line.
- Official start time for the run/walk is expected to be at 8:20 a.m., or immediately following the opening ceremony and walk over.
- Medals will be awarded to top 3 finishers in each category at approximately 9:30 a.m.
- Awards will be given to top 3 fundraisers.
- Please keep in mind the course is hilly.
- Water stations will be available before and after the race.
- On-site activities will include: First responder vehicles and displays, Atlanta Braves mascot Blooper, family lawn games, and water fountain/spray ground.
- SELF PARKING at The Battery- On non-event days parking in the Red, Green, Yellow and Purple Decks is free for the first 2 hours. See map below for parking locations.
PACKET PICKUP:
- PRIOR TO RACE DAY: In person packet pickup will be held Thursday, November 13th and Friday, November 14th from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Cobb County Animal Control, located at 1060 Al Bishop Drive SW, Marietta 30008
- DAY OF RACE: packet pickup is available race day at the registration tent beginning at 6:30 a.m.
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS:
All virtual t-shirts will be mailed after the race. Times for the virtual race can be uploaded on the results page from race day (November 15th) until the following Sunday (November 23rd) at 11:59PM. An email with instructions to upload times will be sent out on November 15th for all virtual participants.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $5.13 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 15th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$40.13
Walk, jog, or run- in person. This event is for all fitness levels. Join us as we come together as a community to support our Cobb County First Responders. This family-friendly event will include first responder vehicles and displays! -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $5.50 Fee & Long Sleeve Dry-Fit T-Shirt
$45.50
Walk, jog, or run anywhere and anytime! Join us as a community to support our Cobb County First Responders. You can submit your time online from 8AM on 11/15 through 11/22 at 11:59PM. Shirts will be mailed out to all virtual participants. Medals are not included. If you do not receive your shirt by 12/15 you must notify us at [email protected]. Failure to notify by the deadline will result in no shirt.
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