The Best Races - Atlanta
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Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/13.1 ATLANTA
The event is scheduled for May 23, 2026, at South Peachtree Creek Trail in Decatur, Georgia. Distances offered include:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half-marathon (13.1)
- Virtual run
- Family 1 mile
This is a capped, wave-based group run; waves close when they fill and a virtual option or wait list is available. Timing is optional and no timing chips are used; participants may track time with an app or ask coordinators for assistance. Race bibs are provided on race day. Swag is shipped to the US mailing address provided at registration and includes a running T-shirt, finisher's towel or giveaway, finisher's medal, and a digital training pack. Technical running shirts are available as an optional upgrade for an additional fee. Online results and a certificate of completion are offered. Organizers state packets are not picked up in person because swag is mailed. The event is described as a smaller, private group run with coordinator support and an invitation to local running clubs.
Memorial Day Run 5K/10K/13.1 ATLANTA
The Memorial Day Run takes place May 23, 2026, at South Peachtree Creek Trail in Decatur, Georgia. Distances offered include:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half-marathon (13.1)
- Virtual run
- Family 1 mile
The event is wave-based with a cap per wave; waves are filled on a first come, first serve basis and a virtual option or wait list is available. Timing is optional and no timing chips are used; participants may use a tracking app or request coordinator timing. Swag is shipped to the registrant's US mailing address and includes a running T-shirt, finisher's towel or giveaway, finisher's medal, and a digital training pack. Technical running shirts are offered as an optional upgrade for an extra fee. Race bibs are provided on race day and online results with a certificate of completion are available. Organizers note a charity initiative where miles logged after the race result in a donation to partner charities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
