We ❤️ Teachers 5K - Atlanta
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Atlanta, Georgia
- Price $23.24 - $49.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us in Atlanta on Saturday, October 10, 2026, for the exhilarating We ❤️ Teachers 5K, a nationwide celebration of educators and community spirit! Taking place along the scenic Beltline, starting at the Herman J Russell West End Academy, this event is part of a groundbreaking movement where thousands will unite in 10 cities across the country to honor teachers and promote health and wellness. Participants will have the opportunity to run or walk a chip-timed 5K, with results appearing on a national leaderboard in real-time.
This exciting day is not just about racing; it's a chance to dedicate your run to a special teacher, with each dedication earning them a personalized certificate of appreciation. With awards for the fastest runners, the most school spirit, and even a legacy award for parent-child duos, there's something for everyone! Plus, enjoy music, food, and community celebration after the race. Let’s come together to achieve the goal of 100,000 miles in honor of our educators. Don’t miss out—register now and be part of this incredible movement to strengthen our schools and communities!
This exciting day is not just about racing; it's a chance to dedicate your run to a special teacher, with each dedication earning them a personalized certificate of appreciation. With awards for the fastest runners, the most school spirit, and even a legacy award for parent-child duos, there's something for everyone! Plus, enjoy music, food, and community celebration after the race. Let’s come together to achieve the goal of 100,000 miles in honor of our educators. Don’t miss out—register now and be part of this incredible movement to strengthen our schools and communities!
Organiser's Description
10 CITIES.
ONE DAY.
ONE MOVEMENT.
FORM YOUR TEAM HERE. [https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/130422]
Join thousands across the country on October 10th for the We red heart Teachers 5K .
ATLANTA (of course) has been selected as one of the host cities for this groundbreaking event!
On 10.10.26, educators, supporters, and communities across the country will move together as part of the:
NATIONAL DAY TO MOVE FOR EDUCATION
Our Atlanta event will take place on the Beltline starting at Herman J Russell West End Academy - the field behind the school.
WE RED HEART TEACHERS WORLDWIDE IS THE WORLD'S LARGEST SIMULTANEOUS TEACHER CELEBRATION.
WHAT YOURE JOINING:
- 10 in-person races across the U.S.
- Thousands of virtual participants nationwide
- A shared goal:
CELEBRATE EDUCATORS. STRENGTHEN COMMUNITIES.
WHY THIS MATTERS
When educators are healthy, supported, and energized
Students win
Schools improve
Communities get stronger
This is bigger than a race.
_ ITS A MOVEMENT._
Your result appears on the national leaderboard in real time
DEDICATE YOUR RUN
Every participant can dedicate their run to a specific teacher. That teacher receives a personal digital certificate of appreciation often the first time they've heard that kind of impact acknowledged in words. Add your dedication during registration before October 10th.
SCHOOL CHALLENGE
Running with your school community? Register your school team and compete on the National School Spirit Leaderboard. Every virtual participant who joins your school team counts toward your school's national total.
WHAT YOU GET
Official We red heart Teachers Worldwide 5K shirt
World Class Finisher medal
Official race bib
Chip-timed race experience
Access to national and local race results
Opportunity to appear on the national leaderboard
GOAL
Were aiming for:
100,000 miles walked or run for educators.
BE PART OF MAKING IT HAPPEN.
All 5K participants receive T-shirts & Finisher Medals. T-shirts will be handed out after the race.
Race will be chip timed.
Award Categories: Overall Male and Female. Top 3 Male and Female - 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
New Awards for this year:
MOST SCHOOL SPIRIT (School with highest participation)
FASTEST TEACHER (Male & Female)
TEAM CHAMPION (Lowest average time - Minimum Team Size is 4 - form your team)
LEGACY AWARD - Best Parent-Child Duo Time
There will be music, food and prizes. Form a team and COMPETE!
It is a great event that just needs YOU to make it special.
Race Day Schedule
8:00-8:55 Registration/Packet Pickup
8:45 Opening Ceremony & Warm up
9:00 Race Start
9:45 Award Ceremony
9:00 -11:00 Race Celebration
SPOTS ARE LIMITED. JOIN US!
ONE DAY.
ONE MOVEMENT.
FORM YOUR TEAM HERE. [https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/130422]
Join thousands across the country on October 10th for the We red heart Teachers 5K .
ATLANTA (of course) has been selected as one of the host cities for this groundbreaking event!
On 10.10.26, educators, supporters, and communities across the country will move together as part of the:
NATIONAL DAY TO MOVE FOR EDUCATION
Our Atlanta event will take place on the Beltline starting at Herman J Russell West End Academy - the field behind the school.
WE RED HEART TEACHERS WORLDWIDE IS THE WORLD'S LARGEST SIMULTANEOUS TEACHER CELEBRATION.
WHAT YOURE JOINING:
- 10 in-person races across the U.S.
- Thousands of virtual participants nationwide
- A shared goal:
CELEBRATE EDUCATORS. STRENGTHEN COMMUNITIES.
WHY THIS MATTERS
When educators are healthy, supported, and energized
Students win
Schools improve
Communities get stronger
This is bigger than a race.
_ ITS A MOVEMENT._
Your result appears on the national leaderboard in real time
DEDICATE YOUR RUN
Every participant can dedicate their run to a specific teacher. That teacher receives a personal digital certificate of appreciation often the first time they've heard that kind of impact acknowledged in words. Add your dedication during registration before October 10th.
SCHOOL CHALLENGE
Running with your school community? Register your school team and compete on the National School Spirit Leaderboard. Every virtual participant who joins your school team counts toward your school's national total.
WHAT YOU GET
Official We red heart Teachers Worldwide 5K shirt
World Class Finisher medal
Official race bib
Chip-timed race experience
Access to national and local race results
Opportunity to appear on the national leaderboard
GOAL
Were aiming for:
100,000 miles walked or run for educators.
BE PART OF MAKING IT HAPPEN.
All 5K participants receive T-shirts & Finisher Medals. T-shirts will be handed out after the race.
Race will be chip timed.
Award Categories: Overall Male and Female. Top 3 Male and Female - 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
New Awards for this year:
MOST SCHOOL SPIRIT (School with highest participation)
FASTEST TEACHER (Male & Female)
TEAM CHAMPION (Lowest average time - Minimum Team Size is 4 - form your team)
LEGACY AWARD - Best Parent-Child Duo Time
There will be music, food and prizes. Form a team and COMPETE!
It is a great event that just needs YOU to make it special.
Race Day Schedule
8:00-8:55 Registration/Packet Pickup
8:45 Opening Ceremony & Warm up
9:00 Race Start
9:45 Award Ceremony
9:00 -11:00 Race Celebration
SPOTS ARE LIMITED. JOIN US!
Races
-
We Heart Suit Teachers 5K
Incl. $4.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$49.40
-
We Heart Suit Teachers - Educator Entry
Incl. $3.24 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.24
-
We Heart Suit Teachers - Under 18 Years Old Entry
Incl. $3.24 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$23.24
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