FAQs
Who is eligible to participate? Participants of all ages may register. Participants ages 17 and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
What to bring: Although water stations will be available, participants are encouraged to bring a personal water bottle or camelback device. Parents who decide to bring a child in a stroller or other similar device will be asked to start near the back of the group to not create a hazard or obstacle for other participants.
What NOT to bring:
- Weapons including firearms and knives are not permitted on Skyland Trail property.
- Alcoholic beverages and illegal substances are not allowed on Skyland Trail property.
- Skyland Trail is a 100% smoke- and nicotine-free campus; there are no areas where smoking, vaping, or tobacco use is permitted on any Skyland Trail-owned or leased property, indoors or outdoors. Smoking and vaping are prohibited on the property of nearby businesses and residences and in personal vehicles parked on Skyland Trail property.
- Speakers will not be allowed on the property or throughout the race. Personal headphones are okay as long as the volume is at a level that does not inhibit participant(s) from hearing emergency or public safety alarms and/or sirens.
- Pets will not be permitted at the Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk. Participants who require the assistance of a service animal should contact race organizers before the event.
- Backpacks, suitcases, and other bags will not be permitted. There will be no bag drop station and participants cannot leave bags unattended anywhere on Skyland Trail property or along the race route.
Is this a chipped or timed event? Yes. The 2024 Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk is a chipped and timed event. It is also a qualifier for the 2025 AJC Peachtree Road Race.
Is my registration fee tax-deductible? Typically the race registration fee is not tax-deductible because you receive tangible/non-tangible goods in exchange for your registration fee. However, you should confer with your tax professional if you have further questions. Skyland Trail is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization, and we encourage race participants to make a tax-deductible donation in addition to their race fee. We also hope participants will use this platform to invite friends, family, and coworkers to donate as well. Donations made to Skyland Trail as part of the Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk by participants and their supporters are tax-deductible.
Can I register in person? Yes, walk-up registration will be available on the day of the event for $50 per person. Skyland Trail is not able to guarantee available t-shirt sizes for walk-up registrations. Registration before the event is highly encouraged.
Will the race be virtual or in-person? The race will be in-person with a virtual option. The in-person race will take place at the J. Rex Fuqua Campus for Adolescents on September 9, 2023. Registration opens at 7:30 AM and the race begins promptly at 8:30 AM. If you prefer to run virtually, please register for the virtual option.
Can my registration fee be refunded? Can I transfer my registration fee to someone else? All entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
If it rains, will the race be canceled? The Skyland Trail 5K will take place rain or shine. In the event of extreme or hazardous weather, we may cancel, delay or modify the course for the safety of participants. Please note that the race entry fee is non-refundable even if the race is modified or canceled.
Where do I park? Event parking is located at the Chamblee Boys and Girls Club (2880 Dresden Drive, Chamblee, GA 30341), which is adjacent to the Skyland Trail J. Rex Fuqua Campus.
How can I or my organization sponsor the event? There are four sponsorship levels available to individuals and/or organizations. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
What is the race route? The race will begin at the J. Rex Fuqua Campus for adolescents, go through the surrounding neighborhoods, and circle back to the start line. You can view the official race route here.
Please contact us if you or your team needs additional information or accommodations to participate. For any additional questions, please contact pmcadams@skylandtrail.org.
