Romp & Stomp 5K
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Romp & Stomp 5K : Cabbagetown, Atlanta
The Romp & Stomp 5K takes place in Cabbagetown, Atlanta on November 7, 2026. The course runs through historic Cabbagetown and is described as flat and fast, covering 5K (3.1 miles). The event opens the Chomp & Stomp Chili Cookoff and Bluegrass Festival.
Entry includes a long-sleeved T-shirt and a chili tasting spoon. Entry fees change by date, with an early bird price, then scheduled increases; there is no race-day registration and the event has sold out in past years.
Proceeds benefit the Cabbagetown Initiative, a nonprofit that maintains local parks and the community center. Packet pickup is available the Thursday and Friday before the race at the Cabbagetown Community Center and Cabbagetown Park, with limited pick-up options at the Milltown start area on race morning. Friday packet pickup is part of Community Night in Cabbagetown Park, which features food trucks, sponsor tents, and music.
The event includes a Run Club Championship open to established Atlanta-area running clubs; scoring uses the top three times in men, women, and non-binary divisions. Awards are given overall and by age group across male, female, and non-binary categories, plus masters divisions. Runners with strollers or dogs should position themselves behind other runners at the start; dogs are not allowed at the festival that follows. Parking in the neighborhood can be limited; the race start is on Carroll Street in front of Milltown Tavern. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
