We are offering early bib & shirt pickup again this year! 

• 5-6:30pm on Monday September 14, 2026 - Pickup at Big Peach Running Co Brookhaven location (Directions)
• 5-6:30pm on Tuesday September 15, 2026 - Pickup at Big Peach Running Co Marietta location (Directions)
• 5-6:30pm on Wednesday September 16, 2026 - Pickup at Big Peach Running Co Suwanee location (Directions)
  

Saturday 9/19

• 6:30 am -  Check-In and Registration opens
• 7:15 am -  Registration closes
• 7:15 am -  Opening Ceremony, 1K/5K follows
• 9:00 am -  Tot Trot begins
  
• 9:15 am -  Post-Race Awards Ceremony
  

**** Start times are approximate, Rain or Shine event ****

Location  

Atlantic Station in Atlanta, GA (a live-work-play retail and residential living space). Driving Directions can be obtained by web search of Atlantic Green Atlantic Station or by using the address of 241 20th Street, NW, Atlanta, GA 30363. 

Cost

 Now - September 6, 2026  Pricing  (Shirts guaranteed to those registered by 8/31/26)

• 1K Untimed: $40   
• 5K Untimed: $45   
• 5K Timed: $50  
  
• Tot Trot Untimed: $20     (age 6 or younger) 
  
• Virtual with swag: $40
  
• Virtual without swag: $20  
  

Sept. 6 - Sept 13, 2026 @10pm Pricing      - Shirts are NOT guaranteed  

• 1K Untimed: $50     
• 5K Untimed: $55
• 5K Timed: $60           
  
• Tot Trot Untimed: $25    (age 6 or younger)
• Virtual with swag: $40 (No longer available)
• Virtual without swag: $20  
  

Advance registration is highly encouraged for ALL races. SHIRTS ARE LIMITED.

Opening Ceremony

The Race For Research will recognize a host of achievements & accomplishments. Our Opening Ceremony will include, among other things, recognition of the following:

• Team Spirit Recognition
• Team Participation Years
• Team Fundraising Achievements
• Top 5 Team Fundraisers
• Top 3 Individual Fundraisers

Our Opening Ceremony will begin just before the start of the 5K/1K race. We encourage your participation in this very important ceremony, as it provides a wonderful opportunity for you to connect with others impacted by a brain tumor diagnosis, hear from teams and individuals who have reached milestones and continue to carry on our mission, as well as hear from research grant recipients whose projects were funded by your fundraising dollars. You're sure to walk away with new insights about our Foundation’s mission after hearing from our awardees!
 

Post Race Awards - Timed 5k Only

Plaque: Masters Male & Masters Female (>40)- 5K

Plaque & $25 gift card to Big Peach Running Co.: Overall Male & Female 5K

Medal: Top 3 place finishers in all age divisions - 5K

• Age Divisions are 7-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 50-69, 70+ for both males and females

TOT TROT

Available to children ages 6 and under; occurs from 9:00am-9:15am (approx time) to allow parents to complete the 1K or 5K prior to the Tot Trot. A 50 yard dash across our finish line for the tots to experience their own Race. Tots will receive a finisher ribbon and a goodie bag. 

Other Information:

START LINE ETIQUETTE

We request all walkers (whether 5K or 1K) line up behind runners to help facilitate the start of the Race and avoid collisions. Children and strollers are welcomed, however if you bring a stroller we ask that you also start behind the runners.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

Water stations will be setup at the Finish Line as well as at along the course. Food and beverage will be on-site for purchase of refreshments. 

OFFLINE DONATIONS

Donations by check or other offline methods may be sent along with the offline donation form to the SBTF. Monies received will be credited towards the participant or team as noted on the form. Funds must be received by the Wednesday prior to the Race for Research to count towards awards.

TEAM TENTS

A list of teams who have reserved a team spot are on the "Team Tents" page. Captains are able to reserve a spot for their team during registration or by contacting the SBTF no later than two weeks from event day.

Have additional questions? Check out our FAQ page for our most-asked questions!