The Best Races - Decatur
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Event overview
The MLK Freedom Run takes place on January 17, 2026, at South Peachtree Creek Trail in Atlanta, GA. The event includes multiple distance options and a virtual run. Organizers describe the in-person runs as smaller, private group waves with a cap per wave; waves are filled on a first-come, first-served basis and a wait list or virtual option is available if waves sell out.
Distances
- 5K
- 10K
- 13.1 (Half Marathon)
- Virtual Run
- Family 1 Mile Fun Run
Format, services, and fees
Timing is optional and there are no timing chips; participants may track time with a phone app or ask coordinators to help. Swag is shipped to the US mailing address provided; race bibs are provided on race day. Provided items include a running T-shirt, a finisher's towel or giveaway, a finisher's medal, a digital training pack, online results and a certificate of completion, and an invitation to local running clubs. A technical running shirt is available as a $5 upgrade. Organizers note final race details and course maps will be emailed the Wednesday before the event.
Registration fees listed for the event period (May 20 - Jan 17):
- 5K: $41.21
- 10K: $46.61
- Half-Marathon 13.1: $49.85
- Virtual Run: $41.21
- Family 1 Mile Fun Run: $39.05
A post-race charity initiative donates $1 for each mile logged after the race to partner charities; fundraising is optional. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.