Elevate 5K
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Event Overview
The Elevate 5K is a walk/run event. The 2026 edition is the fourth annual event, scheduled for Saturday, June 6. It is organized by the Gwinnett Pearls of Service Foundation, Inc., along with premier partner Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Upsilon Alpha Omega Chapter.
Proceeds support scholarships and community programs. The organizer states they have awarded over $1 million in scholarships to Gwinnett County high school students and others.
Location
The event takes place at George Pierce Park, located at 55 Buford Hwy NE, Suwanee, GA 30024.
Distances
The event offers three race formats:
- In-Person 5K for ages 13 and older.
- Virtual 5K for participants to run from anywhere.
- Kids Fun Run over 1.5K for ages 12 and under.
Course & Timing
The course is USATF certified. The race is professionally chip-timed by Runners Fit Race Works. It is listed as a Peachtree Road Race qualifier. The opening ceremony and warm-up are at 7:00 AM, with the race starting at 7:30 AM.
Registration & Swag
Registration fees vary by date and event type, with early bird pricing available. All registrations are final with no refunds. Pets are not allowed.
Participants receive event swag, which includes a race day shirt and a finisher medal for all three race formats (In-Person 5K, Virtual 5K, and Kids Fun Run). T-shirt guarantee deadlines are specified for packet pickup and race day registration. Packet pickup details are to be determined. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.