5K Run
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5K Run, Walk & Stroller Roll - Austell, GA
The event takes place on July 11, 2026, at the Riverside EpiCenter in Austell, Georgia. It is organized by the nonprofit It Starts With Me 2 and includes multiple participation options and community activities.
Distances offered:
- 3.1 Miles (5K)
- 1 Mile (Kids)
- 50 Meters (Toddler dash)
Race options listed by the organizer include a chip-timed 5K labeled "5K Stroller, Run & Walk" that is open to runners and walkers who will not be pushing a baby jogger or stroller; a FAMILY Stroller Roll; a Kids 1-Mile Run for ages 5–12; and a Virtual 5K. A toddler 50-meter dash is scheduled with no registration required and a medal not guaranteed. Registered participants receive a commemorative race t-shirt, a finisher medal, and a bag of fresh fruit. Race-day photos are provided free of charge.
Additional event features described include live music, a Wellness Village with vendors and health resources that is free and open to the public, and occasional special guests. Free parking is available adjacent to the start area, with overflow parking at Word of Faith Cathedral across the street. Registration opens July 13, 2025; on-site registration carries a $5 increase. Children riding in strollers are free with a paid adult registration and do not need separate registration. T-shirt guarantee applies to registrations by June 28, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
