WRUN She Rises Atlanta 5K
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WRUN | She Rises Atlanta 2026
WRUN | She Rises Atlanta 2026 is a women's 5K event held on April 18, 2026 at BrazilNation Academy | One Touch Soccer, 3200 Atlanta Industrial Pkwy NW, Atlanta GA. The event is presented as part of the Run5k International Women’s Independence series and lists official course certification and approvals from local running organizations and the city.
The event aims to raise funds to develop and expand women’s track and field programs in Atlanta and Rio de Janeiro through BrazilNation Academy Corporation, a 501(c)(3). The stated fundraising target for 2026 is $150,000. Organizers describe race entries as a form of donation that supports coaching, scholarships, equipment, mental health and leadership programs, and international exchange opportunities.
The public program includes a bootcamp powered by EFFECT FITNESS, a guest from the NFL, and a samba party. The standard registration fee is $25 with a $5 donation earmarked for Cause Of Effect Fitness. Free training runs are scheduled on April 12 and April 15 at BrazilNation Academy, and there are community running club sessions noted at Series Apartments Clubhouse in Smyrna.
Distances offered include:
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- (1K or 2K, walk/run, no timing)
Participants are asked to support at least one community cause such as girls in sport, women’s education, health and wellness, domestic violence prevention, or economic empowerment. The event uses an official bib concept that allows runners to dedicate their run to a woman who inspired them. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
