Georgia Aquarium 5K: Sea Horse
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Event overview
The Georgia Aquarium 5K: Sea Horse is a 5K walk/run taking place in downtown Atlanta. The event is in its ninth year and uses a certified USATF course (USATF Map #GA20016WC). The course is a 3.1-mile out-and-back route that starts and finishes near recognizable landmarks around Georgia Aquarium and Pemberton Place at 225 Baker Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30313. The in-person race is an Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race qualifier.
Format and entry details
The event offers both an in-person race and a virtual option. The virtual window runs from March 7, 2026 to April 12, 2026. The in-person race will be held in normal weather conditions but may be delayed or cancelled for lightning or extreme weather. Strollers are allowed; dogs are prohibited. Registrations are final; refunds are not provided. Participants may request a switch between in-person and virtual entries until February 20, 2026; a transfer fee and applicable taxes apply.
All participants receive a runner bib, drawstring bag, commemorative t-shirt, and a collectible themed finisher medal. Net proceeds from the event support the Aquarium’s research and conservation initiatives. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
