Skyland Trail 5K
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Event Overview
The Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk is a fundraising event supporting the evidence-based psychiatric treatment programs for teens and adults at Skyland Trail. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026.
Course and Event Details
The event is a chipped-timed 5K run or walk. It is an official qualifier for the 2027 AJC Peachtree Road Race. The route begins and ends at the Skyland Trail J. Rex Fuqua Campus for Adolescents on Dresden Drive in Atlanta, winding through nearby neighborhoods. The event is open to all, and individuals under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Participants with strollers or wagons are asked to start at the back.
Registration and Logistics
Registration is available for a $35 fee, which increases after September 3, 2026. On-site walk-up registration is available for $50. A virtual participation option is also offered. Free parking is available at the Chamblee Boys and Girls Club on Dresden Drive. Water is available, but participants are encouraged to bring a personal water bottle. In case of extreme weather, the event may be delayed or canceled.
Location and Policies
The event takes place at the Skyland Trail J. Rex Fuqua Campus in Atlanta, Georgia. The campus is nicotine-free, and smoking or vaping is not permitted. No animals or pets, except for service animals, are allowed. Weapons, including firearms, are not permitted on campus. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
