REaDy to Run 5K Run/Walk is a family-friendly community run/walk for men, women, and children. The race also features a virtual option. Runners, joggers, and walkers enjoy a healthy, fun-filled event while supporting a worthy cause.
All proceeds benefit SwemKids, a nonprofit school-based program that teaches children introductory swimming lessons and water safety skills.
REaDy to Run 5K Run/Walk is sponsored by Marietta-Roswell Alumnae Chapter (MRAC) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. MRAC is a sisterhood of college-educated women committed to providing public service programming that impacts its Cobb, Cherokee, and North Fulton County service area.
COURSE: This USATF-Certified 5K course has many flat sections with a few gentle slopes and serves as a qualifier for AJC Peachtree Road Race. Strollers are permitted on the course. Pets are not allowed on the course.
TIME LIMIT: 5K - 1 hour and 15 minutes. Any participant still on the course after the time limit is reached will be asked to vacate the course.
TIMING: The timing device for this event is Chronotrack. In order to receive an accurate time, please confirm that your bib is:
· Clearly visible on the front of the torso
· Unaltered and unmodified (not folded or wrinkled)
· Pinned in all four corners
· Uncovered (jackets, fuel belts, etc.)
VIRTUAL OPTION: Run or walk a 5K (3.1 miles) on your favorite course or treadmill on race day only. Virtual 5K participants receive a finisher medal by mail two weeks after the race.
AWARDS: Overall (M&F)
EVENT SWAG***: Short-sleeve T-shirt — T-shirt cannot be guaranteed for registrations after April 24.
Finisher medal
FREE race photos
*** Race bibs and event swag are ONLY available for in-person participants at packet pick-up or on race day.
REFUND POLICY: All registrations are final.
PACKET PICKUP: Big Peach Running Co. will host early packet pickup: **Location changes as of April 4, 2023**
Marietta (1062 Johnson Ferry Rd, Marietta, GA 30068) — Thursday, April 27 — 4PM - 8PM
Kennesaw (1625 Ridenour Blvd, Kennesaw, GA 30152) — Friday, April 28 — 4PM - 8PM
Race Day Pickup: at race venue — Saturday, April 29 — 6:30AM - 7:30AM ONLY
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