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
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and community spirit at the Sandy Springs Education Force's Lightning 10K & 5K, taking place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in the vibrant city of Sandy Springs, Fulton. This event features a fast and flat course, making it an official Peachtree qualifier, perfect for runners of all levels looking to achieve their personal best. Participants can choose between the 10K and 5K distances, with registration fees starting at just $30 for the 5K and $40 for the 10K if you register before July 30, 2025.
Not only is this race a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself, but it also supports a great cause! Your registration helps fund essential educational programs for public school students in Sandy Springs. Every step you take contributes to bridging the academic gap and ensuring students receive the support they need. Gather your friends, family, or colleagues to form a team and join in the fun—whether you're running or cheering from the sidelines, everyone can make a difference! Be sure to register before October 10 to guarantee your event t-shirt, and mark your calendars for race day festivities, including awards and post-race celebrations. Let's run together
Not only is this race a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself, but it also supports a great cause! Your registration helps fund essential educational programs for public school students in Sandy Springs. Every step you take contributes to bridging the academic gap and ensuring students receive the support they need. Gather your friends, family, or colleagues to form a team and join in the fun—whether you're running or cheering from the sidelines, everyone can make a difference! Be sure to register before October 10 to guarantee your event t-shirt, and mark your calendars for race day festivities, including awards and post-race celebrations. Let's run together
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
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
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
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