Run The Block 5K
- Date Sat 30th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Atlanta, Georgia
- Price $54.75
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the inaugural Run the Block 5K, taking place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, in the vibrant city of Atlanta, Fulton! This exciting event, organized by the South Fulton Run Club, promises to be a celebration of community, fitness, and fun for runners of all levels. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a first-time participant, this race welcomes everyone to join in and make every mile matter.
The 5K will kick off at 8 AM from Sandtown Plaza, and participants will enjoy professional timing with both gun and chip timing to ensure accurate results. All finishers will receive a medal, and awards will be presented to the top male and female runners in each age group. With a generous time limit of 1 hour and 20 minutes, there's plenty of time to soak up the atmosphere and cheer on fellow participants. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support the South Fulton Run Club's mission of promoting accessible and inclusive fitness in the community. Mark your calendars for this rain or shine event, and get ready to run for a cause!
The 5K will kick off at 8 AM from Sandtown Plaza, and participants will enjoy professional timing with both gun and chip timing to ensure accurate results. All finishers will receive a medal, and awards will be presented to the top male and female runners in each age group. With a generous time limit of 1 hour and 20 minutes, there's plenty of time to soak up the atmosphere and cheer on fellow participants. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support the South Fulton Run Club's mission of promoting accessible and inclusive fitness in the community. Mark your calendars for this rain or shine event, and get ready to run for a cause!
Organiser's Description
The South Fulton Run Club was founded on March 13, 2025 in the City of South Fulton, GA. Were not just a run club, were a movement. Every mile matters. Every step counts. Every runner belongs. Whether youre lacing up for the first time or chasing a new PR, youve got a crew thats got your back.
SFRC is pleased to host its Inaugural Run the Block 5K. This event is designed to bring people together through movement while raising funds to support the ongoing programs and initiatives of South Fulton Run Club. Proceeds from the race will directly support our mission to make fitness accessible, inclusive, and impactful within our community.
The Inaugural 5K Run/Walk will be May 30, 2026, starting at 8 AM, with the race beginning at Sandtown Plaza.
Packet pickup will on held on race morning. NO SAME DAY REGISTRATION!
THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!
FEATURES:
Professional Timing with Gun & Chip through Elite Race Timing
Overall Male & Female
AG Awards
Finisher Medals for all participants
TIME LIMIT: 5K - 1 hour and 20 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 Elite Race Timing. 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 finishing.
REFUND POLICY: ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE FINAL AND NON-TRANSFERABLE. UNFORTUNATELY, THERE WILL BE NO VIRTUAL RACE OPTIONS. IF YOU CAN'T ATTEND IN PERSON, YOU WILL FORFEIT YOUR BIB PACKET AND MEDAL. THERE WILL BE NO MAILING OF BIBS/MEDALS.
PACKET PICKUP: On race day at 7:00 AM
SPONSORSHIPS: SEE SPONSORSHIP FROM THE DROP DOWN
RACE COURSE: SEE IMAGE BELOW
THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!
SFRC is pleased to host its Inaugural Run the Block 5K. This event is designed to bring people together through movement while raising funds to support the ongoing programs and initiatives of South Fulton Run Club. Proceeds from the race will directly support our mission to make fitness accessible, inclusive, and impactful within our community.
The Inaugural 5K Run/Walk will be May 30, 2026, starting at 8 AM, with the race beginning at Sandtown Plaza.
Packet pickup will on held on race morning. NO SAME DAY REGISTRATION!
THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!
FEATURES:
Professional Timing with Gun & Chip through Elite Race Timing
Overall Male & Female
AG Awards
Finisher Medals for all participants
TIME LIMIT: 5K - 1 hour and 20 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 Elite Race Timing. 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 finishing.
REFUND POLICY: ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE FINAL AND NON-TRANSFERABLE. UNFORTUNATELY, THERE WILL BE NO VIRTUAL RACE OPTIONS. IF YOU CAN'T ATTEND IN PERSON, YOU WILL FORFEIT YOUR BIB PACKET AND MEDAL. THERE WILL BE NO MAILING OF BIBS/MEDALS.
PACKET PICKUP: On race day at 7:00 AM
SPONSORSHIPS: SEE SPONSORSHIP FROM THE DROP DOWN
RACE COURSE: SEE IMAGE BELOW
THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!
Races
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Run the Block 5K
Incl. $4.75 Fee & Giveaways From Various Sponsors
Sat 30th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$54.75
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