The Race 2025
- Date Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location East Point, Georgia
- Price $30.68 - $80.50
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at The Race 2025, taking place on Saturday, October 4, 2025, in the vibrant community of East Point, Fulton. This exciting event is more than just a race—it's a celebration of Black culture and run culture, bringing together participants to support Black-owned businesses and local charities. With both a half marathon and a 5K race, runners of all levels can join in on the action, whether in-person or virtually from the comfort of their hometowns.
The Race 2025 promises a weekend filled with incredible activities including a lively expo, packet pick-up, and a community impact service day, all designed to uplift and empower. As you lace up your running shoes and hit the ground, you'll not only be partaking in a top-notch racing event but also contributing to a greater cause that positively impacts the community. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to run for culture by the culture! Mark your calendars and prepare to make a difference while having a blast at The Race 2025!
The Race 2025 promises a weekend filled with incredible activities including a lively expo, packet pick-up, and a community impact service day, all designed to uplift and empower. As you lace up your running shoes and hit the ground, you'll not only be partaking in a top-notch racing event but also contributing to a greater cause that positively impacts the community. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to run for culture by the culture! Mark your calendars and prepare to make a difference while having a blast at The Race 2025!
Organiser's Description
#THERACE2025 #BLACKCULTURE #RUNCULTURE #RUNTHERACE #REPTHERACE - WWW.THERACEUC.COM [http://www.theraceuc.com] - @THERACE_UC ON IG - @THERACEUC ON FACEBOOK
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The Race 2024 - A deep dive into Black Culture & Run Culture and the intersection of the two!
The Race is a road race weekend event that supports black owned businesses, neighborhoods, and charities, committed to delivering a top-notch, world-class race with excellence at every step. The Race weekend features a live expo, half marathon and 5K race, virtual options to participate from your hometown, and Community Impact Service Day. A race for the Culture by the Culture!
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The Race 2024 Weekend
Thursday, October 3rd Welcome Night Event
Friday, October 4th The Race Expo, Packet Pick Up, & Meet & Greet
Saturday, October 5th The Race Half Marathon + 5K
Sunday, October 6th Community Impact Service Day + The Race 2024 Day Party!
The Race Weekend Venue Locations
Thursday, October 3rd- Welcome Day Events - Various Locations TBA - 10am-5pm
Welcome Night Event at The Gathering Spot - 6-9pm
384 Northyards Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
Friday, October 4th - The Race Expo + Packet Pick Up + Meet & Greet - 11am-7pm
Impact Event Center - 2323 Sylvan Road, East Point, GA 30344
Saturday, October 5th - The Race Half Marathon & 5K - 7am-11:00am
Impact Event Center - 2323 Sylvan Road, East Point, GA 30344
Sunday, October 6th - Community Impact Service Day - 8am-11am
Various Locations
Projects and Locations SIGN UP HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Atlanta/TheRaceCommunityImpactServiceDay]
Sunday, October 6th- The Race 2023 Wrap Up Day Party- 12noon-3pm
Monday Night Garage - 933 Lee St. SW, ATL 30311
_Visit www.theraceuc.com for more information on Venue Addresses, Hotel Accommodations, Sponsor Partner Opportunities, Volunteering, and more._
IN-PERSON HALF MARATHON & 5K REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
* The Race 2024 participant shirt, medallion, commemorative race bib, & patch
* Access to The Race 2024 Expo, Social & Speaker Events
* Chipped timed Half Marathon & 5K road race
* Contribution to The Race 2024 Charitable Impact Fund
* Access to The Race 2024 Community Impact Service Day Projects + earn the The Race CISD patch
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Virtual Half Marathon & 5K registration Includes:
* The Race 2024 participant shirt, medallion, commemorative race bib, & patch
* Packet shipping included
* Access to virtual results reporting
* Contribution to The Race 2024 Charitable Impact Fund
* Your personal Community Impact Service Day project included in the final total hours + earn The Race CISD patch
PLANNING AND UPDATES TIMELINE:
-2024 Deferrals were entered November 24, 2023. 2024 Deferrals will need to visit their RunSignUp account to make any updates or changes to their registration. Please note deferrals are non-refundable and cannot be deferred again. 2021, 2022, and 2023 deferrals have expired and can not be redeemed for The Race 2024.
-All registrations are transferable, however NON-REFUNDABLE. Please only sign up if you are 100% sure you are prepared to participate in The Race 2024 in the format selected. There will not be refunds issued on registrations due to changes in race presentation.
-All packets must be picked up at The Race 2024 Expo on Friday, October 4th. Unclaimed packets will be forfeited for participation in The Race 2024.
-Deadline to transfer your race to Virtual is September 30th at midnight. Follow instructions HERE. [https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062922-transfer-to-another-event] Please note that In-Person participant packets will not be mailed out. Unclaimed packets will be forfeited for The Race 2024 experience.
-Add _THE RACE RETREAT! _experience to your registration. The Race Retreat 2024 features: Exclusive Welcome Day Experience, Custom made Tote Bag from CamSwank, [http://www.camswank.com] post- race pampering + food +drink, and more TBA.
Registration & Pricing Schedule.
* November 24th Black Friday Registration Opens - $64 HALF - $24 5K THE RACE RETREAT $30
* November 25th January 15th - $73 Half - $33 5K, The Race Retreat $50
* January 16-vJuly 31st - $79 Half - $38 5K, The Race Retreat $50
* August 1st August 31st - $90 Half - $45 5K, The Race Retreat $50
* September 1st September 14th (or sell out) - $95 Half - $50 5K, The Race Retreat $50
* September 15th October 3rd (or sell out) - $100 Half - $50 5K , The Race Retreat $50
* October 4th at The Race EXPO (if available) - $100 Half - $50 5K
* The Race 2024 Virtual Pricing Schedule $75 VIRTUAL Half, $35 VIRTUAL 5K (includes shipping) -How to convert your registration from In-Person to Virtual or From Virtual to In-Person [https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062922-transfer-to-another-event] (BY 9/25/2024) _ _
How to Change your Race from 5K to Half Marathon or Half Marathon to 5K [https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062922-transfer-to-another-event] (by 9/30/2024)
How to Transfer your registration to someone else [https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062921-transfer-to-another-runner](by 9/30/2024)
Visit www.theraceuc.com [http://www.theraceuc.com] for information on Venue Addresses, Hotel Accommodations, Sponsor Partner Opportunities, Volunteering, and more.
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ABOUT THE RACE
In November of 2017, The Race presented by The Unity Collective Kickstarter campaign to #BackTheRace was announced.
Throughout the 6 week campaign, over 700 runners/walkers/supporters eagerly made history by becoming backers to kickstart the funding and vision of The Race.
And...October 11 - 14, 2018 the Unity Collective hosted an inaugural race event like NO other! Participants came from all over to run, support, and give back to black owned businesses, neighborhoods, and charities.
October 3-6th The Race 2019 #Impact + #Elevate was successfully executed!
October 1st-4th The Race 2020 #EXCELLENCE
September 30th- October 3rd The Race 2021 #UNITY
September 29th-October 2nd - The Race 2022 #ALLLOVE
October 5th-8th - The Race 2023 #REPRESENT
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CHARITABLE IMPACT
THE RACE FOUNDATION
The Race Foundation is the philanthropic arm of The Race.
The Race Foundation, through its activities and giving, empower, support, and uplift Charitable Partners and Small Businesses Partners, with an emphasis on partners representing Black people and underserved communities in the realm of health, wellness, and access to health & wellness resources.
The Race Foundation will positively impact the community in the following manner:
* Service projects will be organized and executed in partnership with local charities and organizations
* Curate a robust expo featuring small and Black-Owned businesses and expose a motivated audience to patronize those businesses
* The Race 2024 weekend will conclude with a Charitable Impact Service Project and Wrap Up Party on Sunday, October 6th!
* $5 of EVERY race registration fee will put into a Charitable Impact Fund and given directly to community charities and organizations within the neighborhoods we run through and that support The Race initiative.
* Participants will have an opportunity to earmark donations directed to Charity Partners via RunSignUp Donations.
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The Race 2024 - A deep dive into Black Culture & Run Culture and the intersection of the two!
The Race is a road race weekend event that supports black owned businesses, neighborhoods, and charities, committed to delivering a top-notch, world-class race with excellence at every step. The Race weekend features a live expo, half marathon and 5K race, virtual options to participate from your hometown, and Community Impact Service Day. A race for the Culture by the Culture!
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The Race 2024 Weekend
Thursday, October 3rd Welcome Night Event
Friday, October 4th The Race Expo, Packet Pick Up, & Meet & Greet
Saturday, October 5th The Race Half Marathon + 5K
Sunday, October 6th Community Impact Service Day + The Race 2024 Day Party!
The Race Weekend Venue Locations
Thursday, October 3rd- Welcome Day Events - Various Locations TBA - 10am-5pm
Welcome Night Event at The Gathering Spot - 6-9pm
384 Northyards Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
Friday, October 4th - The Race Expo + Packet Pick Up + Meet & Greet - 11am-7pm
Impact Event Center - 2323 Sylvan Road, East Point, GA 30344
Saturday, October 5th - The Race Half Marathon & 5K - 7am-11:00am
Impact Event Center - 2323 Sylvan Road, East Point, GA 30344
Sunday, October 6th - Community Impact Service Day - 8am-11am
Various Locations
Projects and Locations SIGN UP HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Atlanta/TheRaceCommunityImpactServiceDay]
Sunday, October 6th- The Race 2023 Wrap Up Day Party- 12noon-3pm
Monday Night Garage - 933 Lee St. SW, ATL 30311
_Visit www.theraceuc.com for more information on Venue Addresses, Hotel Accommodations, Sponsor Partner Opportunities, Volunteering, and more._
IN-PERSON HALF MARATHON & 5K REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
* The Race 2024 participant shirt, medallion, commemorative race bib, & patch
* Access to The Race 2024 Expo, Social & Speaker Events
* Chipped timed Half Marathon & 5K road race
* Contribution to The Race 2024 Charitable Impact Fund
* Access to The Race 2024 Community Impact Service Day Projects + earn the The Race CISD patch
----------
Virtual Half Marathon & 5K registration Includes:
* The Race 2024 participant shirt, medallion, commemorative race bib, & patch
* Packet shipping included
* Access to virtual results reporting
* Contribution to The Race 2024 Charitable Impact Fund
* Your personal Community Impact Service Day project included in the final total hours + earn The Race CISD patch
PLANNING AND UPDATES TIMELINE:
-2024 Deferrals were entered November 24, 2023. 2024 Deferrals will need to visit their RunSignUp account to make any updates or changes to their registration. Please note deferrals are non-refundable and cannot be deferred again. 2021, 2022, and 2023 deferrals have expired and can not be redeemed for The Race 2024.
-All registrations are transferable, however NON-REFUNDABLE. Please only sign up if you are 100% sure you are prepared to participate in The Race 2024 in the format selected. There will not be refunds issued on registrations due to changes in race presentation.
-All packets must be picked up at The Race 2024 Expo on Friday, October 4th. Unclaimed packets will be forfeited for participation in The Race 2024.
-Deadline to transfer your race to Virtual is September 30th at midnight. Follow instructions HERE. [https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062922-transfer-to-another-event] Please note that In-Person participant packets will not be mailed out. Unclaimed packets will be forfeited for The Race 2024 experience.
-Add _THE RACE RETREAT! _experience to your registration. The Race Retreat 2024 features: Exclusive Welcome Day Experience, Custom made Tote Bag from CamSwank, [http://www.camswank.com] post- race pampering + food +drink, and more TBA.
Registration & Pricing Schedule.
* November 24th Black Friday Registration Opens - $64 HALF - $24 5K THE RACE RETREAT $30
* November 25th January 15th - $73 Half - $33 5K, The Race Retreat $50
* January 16-vJuly 31st - $79 Half - $38 5K, The Race Retreat $50
* August 1st August 31st - $90 Half - $45 5K, The Race Retreat $50
* September 1st September 14th (or sell out) - $95 Half - $50 5K, The Race Retreat $50
* September 15th October 3rd (or sell out) - $100 Half - $50 5K , The Race Retreat $50
* October 4th at The Race EXPO (if available) - $100 Half - $50 5K
* The Race 2024 Virtual Pricing Schedule $75 VIRTUAL Half, $35 VIRTUAL 5K (includes shipping) -How to convert your registration from In-Person to Virtual or From Virtual to In-Person [https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062922-transfer-to-another-event] (BY 9/25/2024) _ _
How to Change your Race from 5K to Half Marathon or Half Marathon to 5K [https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062922-transfer-to-another-event] (by 9/30/2024)
How to Transfer your registration to someone else [https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062921-transfer-to-another-runner](by 9/30/2024)
Visit www.theraceuc.com [http://www.theraceuc.com] for information on Venue Addresses, Hotel Accommodations, Sponsor Partner Opportunities, Volunteering, and more.
---------
ABOUT THE RACE
In November of 2017, The Race presented by The Unity Collective Kickstarter campaign to #BackTheRace was announced.
Throughout the 6 week campaign, over 700 runners/walkers/supporters eagerly made history by becoming backers to kickstart the funding and vision of The Race.
And...October 11 - 14, 2018 the Unity Collective hosted an inaugural race event like NO other! Participants came from all over to run, support, and give back to black owned businesses, neighborhoods, and charities.
October 3-6th The Race 2019 #Impact + #Elevate was successfully executed!
October 1st-4th The Race 2020 #EXCELLENCE
September 30th- October 3rd The Race 2021 #UNITY
September 29th-October 2nd - The Race 2022 #ALLLOVE
October 5th-8th - The Race 2023 #REPRESENT
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CHARITABLE IMPACT
THE RACE FOUNDATION
The Race Foundation is the philanthropic arm of The Race.
The Race Foundation, through its activities and giving, empower, support, and uplift Charitable Partners and Small Businesses Partners, with an emphasis on partners representing Black people and underserved communities in the realm of health, wellness, and access to health & wellness resources.
The Race Foundation will positively impact the community in the following manner:
* Service projects will be organized and executed in partnership with local charities and organizations
* Curate a robust expo featuring small and Black-Owned businesses and expose a motivated audience to patronize those businesses
* The Race 2024 weekend will conclude with a Charitable Impact Service Project and Wrap Up Party on Sunday, October 6th!
* $5 of EVERY race registration fee will put into a Charitable Impact Fund and given directly to community charities and organizations within the neighborhoods we run through and that support The Race initiative.
* Participants will have an opportunity to earmark donations directed to Charity Partners via RunSignUp Donations.
Races
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The Race Half Marathon
Incl. $5.08 Fee & the Race 2024 Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$73.08
OPENS SOONIn-Person Half Marathon registration Includes: -The Race 2024 participant shirt, medallion, commemorative race bib, & patch -Access to The Race Expo, Social & Speaker Events -Chipped timed Half Marathon & 5K road race -Contribution to The Race Charitable Impact Fund -Access to The Race Community Impact Service Day Projects + earn the The Race CISD patch -
The Race 5K
Incl. $2.68 Fee & the Race 2024 Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$30.68
OPENS SOONIn-Person 5K registration Includes: -The Race participant shirt, medallion, commemorative race bib, & patch -Access to The Race Expo, Social & Speaker Events -Chipped timed Half Marathon & 5K road race -Contribution to The Race 2024 Charitable Impact Fund -Access to The Race Community Impact Service Day Projects + earn the The Race CISD patch -
The Race Half Marathon VIRTUAL
Incl. $5.50 Fee & Shirt
$80.50
OPENS SOONThis registration option is VIRTUAL ONLY. Registrants will complete their run/walk on their own course between Oct 2nd-31st and report virtual results. Registration includes shipping of packets to address provided. ---------- -
The Race 5K VIRTUAL
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Shirt
$38.10
OPENS SOONThis registration option is VIRTUAL ONLY. Registrants will complete their run/walk on their own course between Oct 2nd-31st and report virtual results. Registration includes shipping of packets to address provided. ----------
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