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5th Annual Rise & Connect 5K, 10K, Kids' fun run, Wheelchair fun race benefiting Marcus Autism Center

Sat August 29, 2026 Johns Creek, GA 30097 US Directions

Events

5K Walk/Run

$28 $25 8:15AM EDT Price increases after December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm EST
Open to ages 8+.

10K Walk/Run

$38 $35 8:00AM EDT Price increases after December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm EST

Kids Fun Run

$15 $10 9:30AM EDT Price increases after December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm EST
Open to ages 12 and under.

Virtual 5K Walk/Run

$30 $25 Price increases after December 31, 2025 at 11:59pm EST

Wheelchair fun race (1K/1M)

$15 8:00AM EDT Registration ends August 29, 2026 at 12:00pm EDT

Place

Cauley Creek Park
7255 Bell Road
Johns Creek, GA US 30097

Description

2025 Results

Event Photos!

🎽 Join the Race for a Great Cause!

Join hundreds of runners and walkers for the 5th Annual Rise A.N.D. Connect 5K — a scenic, Peachtree Road Race–qualifying event benefiting Marcus Autism Center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Whether you’re racing for a personal best, walking with friends, or just want to support a good cause, you’ll enjoy a USATF-certified course, technical T-shirt, yoga warm-up, kids’ activities, breakfast at the finish, and the joy of supporting an incredible cause. Spots are filling fast — register today before prices go up!

💻 NEW in 2026: 10K (more details to come)!

Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026 | Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Cauley Creek Park, 7255 Bell Road, Johns Creek, GA 30097
Highlights:

🌳 Scenic, rubberized USATF Certified Course (GA24020WC)
🏅 Peachtree Road Race Qualifier (Chip timed)
👕 Technical T-shirts
🧘 Yoga session before the race
🎈 Kids’ activities during the morning
🥐 Breakfast at the finish line
🏆 Age group awards: 8-14, 15-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 60+

🎖 Kids Fun Run & wheelchair fun race medals

Tentative Race Day Schedule:
  • 7:00 – 8:00 AM — Check-in & T-shirt pickup
  • 7:45 - 8:00 AM — Yoga
  • 8:00 AM — 10K start
  • 8:15 AM — 5K Walk/Run
  • 9:15 AM — Kids Fun Run/Wheelchair fun race
  • 9:30 – 10:00 AM — Awards & Volunteer certificates

Please join this growing race in the Johns Creek/Suwanee area and support the cause.

Packet Pickup Options

TBD

Google Maps location for Cauley Creek park staging area Click here

Detailed Course Map to Staging Area below

💛 About the Organizers


Love to Share Foundation of America (LTSFA)
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on enhancing communities through initiatives in health, education, nutrition, and basic needs — including food drives, health camps, blood donations, and international outreach.
🔗 Learn more about LTSFA

Global Organization for Divinity (GOD)
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit promoting universal peace, harmony, and love through cultural, spiritual, and charitable outreach including spiritual services, educational support, and stress-reduction programs across the globe.
🔗 Learn more about GOD

 

Race Contact Info

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Thanks To Our Sponsors


Course Map and Directions to Staging Area

The Cauley Creek Course is a USATF Certified 5K Course (GA24020WC). Click on the link below for an interactive look at the course.

Directions

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