The Best Races - Atlanta
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Event
Run for Mental Health takes place on March 7, 2026, at South Peachtree Creek Trail, Decatur, GA, U.S.A. The event aims to raise awareness about mental health, reduce stigma, and support related charities. Every mile logged after the race will result in a $1 donation to one of the event charities; fundraising is optional.
Distances offered:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half-marathon (13.1)
- Virtual Run
- Family 1 Mile Fun Run
Practical information
The event is organised as a smaller, capped group run with waves filled on a first-come, first-served basis. A virtual option is available; virtual entrants receive a digital training pack and may submit results for a medal. Timing is optional - there are no timing chips; participants may track times with apps and submit results to be posted online or ask coordinators to help record times.
Swag and packet details: running T-shirt shipped within the US, finisher's towel or giveaway, finisher's medal, digital training pack, online results and a certificate of completion. Technical running shirts are available as an optional $5 upgrade. Swag is mailed directly to the registrant and race bibs are provided on race day. Final race updates and course maps are emailed the Wednesday before the race.
Registration fees (examples listed): 5K $41.48, 10K $46.92, Half-marathon $50.17, Virtual $41.48, Family 1 Mile $39.31. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
