Sandy Springs Education Force's Lightning 10K & 5K
- Date Sat 25th October 2025
- Time 7:45AM EDT
- Location Sandy Springs, Georgia
- Price $38.10 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Lightning 10K & 5K on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in the vibrant community of Sandy Springs, Fulton! This exciting event features a fast and flat course, making it an official Peachtree qualifier, perfect for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. Participants can choose between the 10K and 5K distances, and registration includes a stylish t-shirt, finisher medals, and awards for both adults and kids.
Not only will you enjoy a fantastic race experience, but your participation also supports the Sandy Springs Education Force, which is dedicated to enhancing educational programs for public school students. Gather your friends, family, or colleagues to form a team and celebrate after the race! Remember, the deadline to guarantee your t-shirt is October 10, with extensions available through October 12. Whether you're racing or donating, every step you take helps bridge the academic gap for students in need. Don't miss out on this inspiring event—register today!
Not only will you enjoy a fantastic race experience, but your participation also supports the Sandy Springs Education Force, which is dedicated to enhancing educational programs for public school students. Gather your friends, family, or colleagues to form a team and celebrate after the race! Remember, the deadline to guarantee your t-shirt is October 10, with extensions available through October 12. Whether you're racing or donating, every step you take helps bridge the academic gap for students in need. Don't miss out on this inspiring event—register today!
Organiser's Description
SANDY SPRINGS EDUCATION FORCE'S 5K/10K - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2025
Registration includes a t-shirt, finisher medals and awards for adults and kids.
Not a runner? You can support SSEF whether or not you participate. Tap HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/GA/Atlanta/Footprints5K10K] to donate!
Sandy Springs Education Force's Lightning 5K/10K is a fast, flat course and an official Peachtree qualifier! Every step helps boost educational programs for public school students in Sandy Springs. Form a school, neighborhood or corporate team and enjoy the race (and the celebration after)!
DEADLINE: OCTOBER 10 TO GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT (EXTENDED THROUGH OCTOBER 12)
Your registration fee helps Sandy Springs Education Force provide targeted learning support and outreach programs that will make a difference for public school students!
REGISTRATION FEE (INCLUDES RACE T-SHIRT AND FINISHER MEDAL):
Now until July 30, 2025: $40 for 10K and $30 for 5K
Now until October 24: $45 for 10K and $35 for 5K
Day of Race - $50 for 10K and $40 for 5K
DAY OF RACE TIMELINE
6:30 am Registration Opens (We strongly recommend picking up your bib and t-shirt at packet pickup. See details below.)
7:45 am 10K Start
7:55 am 5K Start
PACKET PICKUP
Location is at Academy Sports + Outdoors, 130 Perimeter Center W, Dunwoody, GA 30346 - Friday, October 24th - 11 am - 7 pm
YOUR SUPPORT MAKES A DIFFERENCE
Help Us Bridge the Academic Gap - Keep Students On Track for Academic Success
Sandy Springs Education Force (SSEF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and enriching the lives of public school students in Sandy Springs in coordination with school administrators. STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math), literacy, after-school, tutoring and mentoring programs address critical needs. Financially vulnerable students thrive from these programs during the school year and summer.
Registration includes a t-shirt, finisher medals and awards for adults and kids.
Not a runner? You can support SSEF whether or not you participate. Tap HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/GA/Atlanta/Footprints5K10K] to donate!
Sandy Springs Education Force's Lightning 5K/10K is a fast, flat course and an official Peachtree qualifier! Every step helps boost educational programs for public school students in Sandy Springs. Form a school, neighborhood or corporate team and enjoy the race (and the celebration after)!
DEADLINE: OCTOBER 10 TO GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT (EXTENDED THROUGH OCTOBER 12)
Your registration fee helps Sandy Springs Education Force provide targeted learning support and outreach programs that will make a difference for public school students!
REGISTRATION FEE (INCLUDES RACE T-SHIRT AND FINISHER MEDAL):
Now until July 30, 2025: $40 for 10K and $30 for 5K
Now until October 24: $45 for 10K and $35 for 5K
Day of Race - $50 for 10K and $40 for 5K
DAY OF RACE TIMELINE
6:30 am Registration Opens (We strongly recommend picking up your bib and t-shirt at packet pickup. See details below.)
7:45 am 10K Start
7:55 am 5K Start
PACKET PICKUP
Location is at Academy Sports + Outdoors, 130 Perimeter Center W, Dunwoody, GA 30346 - Friday, October 24th - 11 am - 7 pm
YOUR SUPPORT MAKES A DIFFERENCE
Help Us Bridge the Academic Gap - Keep Students On Track for Academic Success
Sandy Springs Education Force (SSEF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and enriching the lives of public school students in Sandy Springs in coordination with school administrators. STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math), literacy, after-school, tutoring and mentoring programs address critical needs. Financially vulnerable students thrive from these programs during the school year and summer.
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The Start/Finish line for the Lightning 5K/10K, 6100 Lake Forrest Drive, Sandy Springs, 30328, GA, United States
Sandy Springs Education Force's Lightning 10K & 5K
