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Sun October 6, 2024 Atlanta, GA 30307 US

Events

5K

Open to ages 8+.

RUN + FUN (5K + Fun Run)

Open to ages 8+.

Description

2024 Candler Park Fall Fest

Funky 5K & Fun Run

Sunday, October 6, 2024
5K - 9:00 AM | Fun Run - 10:00 AM

All proceeds support the Candler Park Neighborhood Organization and the Candler Park Conservancy in their efforts to preserve and improve Candler Park — one of Atlanta's largest, oldest and most popular city parks. 

New in 2024!

The Candler Park Fall Fest 5K & Fun Run is now the Funky 5K & Fun Run!  A nod to the unique vibe that permeates Candler Park and the surrounding neighborhoods.

In addition to the 5K and Fun Run, this year's event features a Costume Contest complete with awards for the best Group (2 or more), Individual Male, and Individual Female Costumes. 

About the Race

LOCATION

The Funky 5K and Fun Run start and finish on Terrace Ave SE adjacent to historic Candler Park in the City of Atlanta.  Both Courses travel through beautiful Candler Park neighborhood streets onto the Freedom Park Path.

COURSE INFORMATION

Both courses are runner and walker friendly.  

  • Strollers are welcome.  
  • Pets are NOT Allowed

Course Time Limits:  5K - 58 minutes | Fun Run - 30 minutes

Course Maps:  5K | 1 Mile Fun Run

The Candler Park Fall Fest 5K is a 2025 AJC Peachtree Road Race Qualifier

EVENT SWAG

Commemorative Candler Park Fall Fest Funky 5k & Fun Run Shirt - available for purchase with registration
Complimentary beer or soft drink at the Candler Park Fall Fest for all registered runners after the race

EVENT DAY SCHEDULE

8:00 AM - Race Day Number Pick-Up & Registration opens
9:40 AM - Race Day Number Pick-up & Registration closes
9:00 AM - 5K start
10:00 AM - Fun Run start
10:30 AM - 5K  & Costume Contest Awards 

ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES - Saturday, October 5, 2024 @ 8:00 pm

CLICK HERE FOR ADDITIONAL PARTICIPANT INFORMATION 

About the Candler Park Fall Fest

Come for the Run and Stay for the Fun!

Saturday, October 5th and Sunday, October 6th

The Candler Park Funky 5K and Fun Run is a part of The Fall Fest in Candler Park.  The festival  features live music, an artist market, food, games, rides and special attractions.   Admission is Free.  

LEARN MORE

Race Contact Info

If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

Walk-up Registration will be available at Packet Pick-Up in Candler Park
Sunday, October 6, 2024 from 8:00 am-9:40 am. 
Credit and debit cards accepted.

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