Kirkwood Spring Fling 5K Road Race
- Date Sat 17th May 2025
- Location Atlanta, Georgia
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for the Kirkwood Spring Fling 5K Road Race on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in the vibrant neighborhood of Atlanta, Dekalb! Starting bright and early at 8 AM, this annual event invites runners of all ages to tackle a fast-paced course through the charming streets of historic Kirkwood. Participants will enjoy a scenic route lined with majestic trees, beautiful Craftsman homes, and stunning murals, all while being cheered on by enthusiastic locals and surrounded by thriving businesses.
With the race officially timed by On Time Results, every runner will have the chance to qualify for the prestigious Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race. The event features various age categories, ensuring everyone has a chance to compete for coveted Kirkwood Spike Awards. Plus, there are special prizes for adults in costume, those racing with strollers, and even furry friends! Don’t miss out on this exciting community event; join us for a day full of spirited competition and fun in the heart of Atlanta!
With the race officially timed by On Time Results, every runner will have the chance to qualify for the prestigious Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race. The event features various age categories, ensuring everyone has a chance to compete for coveted Kirkwood Spike Awards. Plus, there are special prizes for adults in costume, those racing with strollers, and even furry friends! Don’t miss out on this exciting community event; join us for a day full of spirited competition and fun in the heart of Atlanta!
Organiser's Description
2024 KIRKWOOD SPRING FLING 5K ROAD RACE
Join us at 8AM ON MAY 18TH, for our annual road race through the historic Kirkwood neighborhood of Atlanta. Runners of all ages are welcome to participate in a challenging, yet fast, course through the heart of Kirkwood. You will run along tree lined streets, featuring historic Craftsman and modern style homes, vibrant murals, cheering neighbors, and thriving local business. The 5K will be officially timed by On Time Results and will also qualify you for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race. Race route link is below. As with any Atlanta race in the spring, be ready for Heat, Hills, and Humidity!
AGE GROUPS: 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
AWARDS: Three deep: male and female in all categories, with overall male and female winners. Top finishers in each category will receive a coveted Kirkwood Spike Award. Adults in costume, with strollers, or dogs will also vie for special prizes from Empire Arts and Kirkwood Feed and Seed!
T-SHIRTS: Extremely comfortable cotton blend race t-shirts will be distributed at packet pickup and day of race. Be sure to choose the size you prefer; we can only swap sizes after the race and options will be limited.
PARKING: There are no officially designated areas for parking. We ask that all race attendees arrive early enough to walk to registration and the race start from areas around the neighborhood. Please be mindful of the main festival surrounding Bessie Branham Park as certain roads will be closed or have limited access. Please refer to the race course map (link below) to determine which neighborhood areas are ideal parking for your situation.
SPONSORS: Slam Plumbing
All proceeds benefit the Kirkwood Neighbors Organization, a local 501c3 non-profit dedicated to community improvement
PACKET PICKUP LOCATIONS
Join the Kirkwood Spring Fling volunteers at the following locations to pick up your race packet with bib, t shirt and other swag.
* THURSDAY MAY 16 AT BIG PEACH 4-6 PM IN DECATUR. 1565 CHURCH ST. STE. 520 DECATUR, GA 30033
* FRIDAY MAY 17 AT DOM BEIJOS 4-6 PM IN KIRKWOOD. 2033 HOSEA L WILLIAMS DR NE, ATLANTA, GA 30317
MapMyRun Course Map [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2831434924]
THANK YOU FOR MAKING 2023 OUR BEST YEAR EVER. CHECK OUT LAST YEAR'S HIGHLIGHTS HERE:
To find race photos from 2023, see : http://truespeedphoto.com/Races/Index.cfm?Race_ID=1511&x=8&y=8
To find all race results head over to: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/31048#resultSetId-380612;perpage:50
We look forward to seeing y'all this year at 8 AM ON MAY 18TH, 2024! Stay tuned for forthcoming updates and announcements!
Join us at 8AM ON MAY 18TH, for our annual road race through the historic Kirkwood neighborhood of Atlanta. Runners of all ages are welcome to participate in a challenging, yet fast, course through the heart of Kirkwood. You will run along tree lined streets, featuring historic Craftsman and modern style homes, vibrant murals, cheering neighbors, and thriving local business. The 5K will be officially timed by On Time Results and will also qualify you for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race. Race route link is below. As with any Atlanta race in the spring, be ready for Heat, Hills, and Humidity!
AGE GROUPS: 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
AWARDS: Three deep: male and female in all categories, with overall male and female winners. Top finishers in each category will receive a coveted Kirkwood Spike Award. Adults in costume, with strollers, or dogs will also vie for special prizes from Empire Arts and Kirkwood Feed and Seed!
T-SHIRTS: Extremely comfortable cotton blend race t-shirts will be distributed at packet pickup and day of race. Be sure to choose the size you prefer; we can only swap sizes after the race and options will be limited.
PARKING: There are no officially designated areas for parking. We ask that all race attendees arrive early enough to walk to registration and the race start from areas around the neighborhood. Please be mindful of the main festival surrounding Bessie Branham Park as certain roads will be closed or have limited access. Please refer to the race course map (link below) to determine which neighborhood areas are ideal parking for your situation.
SPONSORS: Slam Plumbing
All proceeds benefit the Kirkwood Neighbors Organization, a local 501c3 non-profit dedicated to community improvement
PACKET PICKUP LOCATIONS
Join the Kirkwood Spring Fling volunteers at the following locations to pick up your race packet with bib, t shirt and other swag.
* THURSDAY MAY 16 AT BIG PEACH 4-6 PM IN DECATUR. 1565 CHURCH ST. STE. 520 DECATUR, GA 30033
* FRIDAY MAY 17 AT DOM BEIJOS 4-6 PM IN KIRKWOOD. 2033 HOSEA L WILLIAMS DR NE, ATLANTA, GA 30317
MapMyRun Course Map [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2831434924]
THANK YOU FOR MAKING 2023 OUR BEST YEAR EVER. CHECK OUT LAST YEAR'S HIGHLIGHTS HERE:
To find race photos from 2023, see : http://truespeedphoto.com/Races/Index.cfm?Race_ID=1511&x=8&y=8
To find all race results head over to: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/31048#resultSetId-380612;perpage:50
We look forward to seeing y'all this year at 8 AM ON MAY 18TH, 2024! Stay tuned for forthcoming updates and announcements!
Races
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2025 Kirkwood Spring Fling 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS SOONPacket Pickup Locations! Thursday May 16 at Big Peach 4-6 pm in Decatur. 1565 Church St. Ste. 520 Decatur, GA 30033 Friday May 17 at Dom Beijos. Hosea Williams Dr.
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