REaDy to Run 5K Run/Walk

  • Date Sat 18th April 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Atlanta, Georgia
  • Price $33.24 - $38.70
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting REaDy to Run 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in beautiful Atlanta, Cobb! This family-friendly event invites men, women, and children to join a vibrant community in a fun-filled atmosphere while supporting two remarkable causes: Girls of Excellence and Hope Floats Foundation. With a USATF-certified 5K course featuring flat sections and gentle slopes, participants can enjoy a scenic run or walk while aiming for personal bests or qualifying for the AJC Peachtree Road Race.

Whether you choose to participate in person or opt for the virtual 5K, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience. All registered participants will receive a finisher medal and a stylish event T-shirt or tank top (sizes not guaranteed for registrations after March 30, 2026). Don't miss out on the chance to celebrate five years of community spirit while making a positive impact. Mark your calendars for April 18th, grab your family and friends, and get ready to run for a cause!

Organiser's Description

READY TO RUN 5K RUN/WALK is a family-friendly community run/walk for men, women, and children. The race also features a virtual option. Runners, joggers, and walkers enjoy a healthy, fun-filled event while supporting a worthy cause. Join us as we celebrate our 5 year anniversary!!



All proceeds benefit both Girls of Excellence [https://girlsofexcellenceinc.org/] (GOE) and Hope Floats Foundation [https://www.hopefloats.foundation/].



GOE is a program engaged in life changing experiences, field trips, conferences, events, workshops, cultural activities and are embraced by a comprehensive system of mentors and community partners dedicated to supporting them on their journey.

Hope Floats partners with high-quality swim schools to provide scholarships for swimming lessons for children living in poverty. Scholarships and tuition assistance is provided to children who might not otherwise be able to afford swim lessons.

READY TO RUN 5K RUN/WALK is sponsored by Marietta-Roswell Alumnae Chapter [https://dstmrac.com] (MRAC) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. MRAC is a sisterhood of college-educated women committed to providing public service programming that impacts its Cobb, Cherokee, and North Fulton County service area.



COURSE: This USATF-Certified 5K course has many flat sections with a few gentle slopes and serves as a qualifier for AJC Peachtree Road Race. Strollers are permitted on the course. Pets are not allowed on the course. (Cert number GA23014DJ)



TIME LIMIT: 5K - 1 hour and 15 minutes. Any participant still on the course after the time limit is reached will be asked to vacate the course.



TIMING: The timing device for this event is RFID timing by Performance Race Services [http://www.PerformanceRaceServices.com]. To receive an accurate time, please confirm that your bib is:

. Clearly visible on the front of the torso

. Unaltered and unmodified (not folded or wrinkled)

. Pinned in all four corners

. Uncovered (jackets, fuel belts, etc.)

Results are published live within a few minutes of completion and are chip to chip times for crossing the timing pad.

VIRTUAL OPTION: Run or walk a 5K (3.1 miles) on your favorite course or treadmill the week of the race. Virtual 5K participants receive a finisher medal by mail prior to race day.



AWARDS: Overall (M/F)

EVENT SWAG***: Short-sleeve T-shirt or tank T-SHIRT/TANK SIZES CANNOT BE GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRATIONS AFTER MARCH 30, 2026.

Finisher medal

FREE race photos

*** Race bibs and event swag are ONLY available for in-person participants at packet pick-up or on race day.

REFUND POLICY: All registrations are final and non-transferable.

PACKET PICKUP:

Thursday, April 16, 2026 4:00pm - 7:00pm EST

BIG PEACH RUNNING CO. VININGS/SMYRNA

4624 Camp Highland Rd SE
Suite 200
Smyrna, GA 30082
Tel: 770.405.8035



Friday, April 17, 2026 4:00pm - 7:00pm EST

BIG PEACH RUNNING CO. EAST COBB/MARIETTA

1062 Johnson Ferry Road, Ste. 170
Marietta, GA 30068
Tel: 770.579.0444

Races

  • In-Person 5K

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $38.70

    OPENS TOMORROW
    Medal and t-shirt size is not guaranteed for registrations after March 31st.
  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $3.24 Fee

    $33.24

    OPENS TOMORROW
    Medals will be mailed before the race week! Upload your time to Runsignup. Take a photo and post to your social media using #ready2run5K #mracruns. Have fun!

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