FAQ
Is the 5K race a AJC Peachtree Qualifying Race and USATF Certified?
Yes.
Are strollers welcome?
Yes, we ask that strollers start in the back.
Are participants permitted to walk in the races?
Absolutely! Walkers are welcome in the 5K and 1K.
Are dogs welcome?
Yes! Please bring your pets, but please keep them on a leash and clean up after them. Pet custum encoraged!
What does registration include?
Includes long sleeve t- shirt.Must register on or before December 2, 2025, to be guaranteed T-shirt.5K registration includes:
Chip-timed run 5K Race and Award Medals to Top 3 (M & F) Overall, Top 3 Overall Masters and Top 3 in each age groups from 10 & Under 75 +
How much is registration?
5K, 1K
$30 Youth until November 22, $35 November 23 December 13, $40 on Race day
$35 Adult until November 22, $40 November 23 - December 13, $45 on Race day
Tot Trot
$10 until November 22, November 23 - December 13 $15 on Race day
Tot Trot is recommended for kids 5 and under. Distance is about 50 yards.
5K Virtual
$35 until November 22, $45 November 23 - December 13
Complete the 5K anytime anywhere. Simply run or walk any time and any place that works for you. In your neighborhood, your favorite trail, or even on a treadmill!
What do the funds raised support?
Proceeds benefit the Children’s Emergency Fund, a 501c3:
Sleighbells on the Square is presented by the Cobb County Bar Association to support the Children’s Emergency Fund, a 501c3. The Fund provides emergency grants to Cobb County households facing financial emergencies or crises. The Fund provides support for Cobb families in need in areas that are often not addressed by traditional charities, assisting with utility bills, clothing, medicine, housing, to help local families get back on track.
What is the School Contest:
School with most participants will win: 1st Prize $750, 2nd Prize, $500, 3rd Prize $250
Family and friends can participate.
Beat the Bell Contest: Winner gets $250!
Register for a chance to race against the Sleighbells Running Bell in a short sprint.
If the chosen participant races and BEATS the Sleighbells Running Bell, He or She will win $250!
ONLY Sleighbells on the Square Registered Participants can participate.
No fee to register for Beat the Bell. We will draw one name from those who register for Beat the Bell by 11:59 pm on December 9, 2025.
We will email the winner of the drawing by 5:00 pm on December 10, 2025.
The winner of the drawing will race the Sleighbells Running Bell on Saturday, December 13, 2025 between 7:30 -7:45 am at the Sleighbells race location on the Marietta Square.
Enter the Beat the Bell Contest by clicking "Yes" to Beat the Bell Contest question during the registration.
Where do I park?
Event location: Glover Park and Historic Marietta Square, 10 East Park Square, Marietta, GA 30060
Parking info: http://www.marietta.com/marietta-square-parking
Where can I pick up my race packet?
PRE-RACE PICK-UP
When: Friday, December 12, 2025
Time: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Where: Big Peach Running Co. Kennesaw, 1625 Ridenour Blvd., Suite 304, Kennesaw, GA 30152
RACE DAY PICK-UP
When: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Time: 7:15 am
Where: Marietta Square, 10 East Park Square
Can I pick up someone else's race number and t-shirt?
Yes.
Transfers
Can't make the event or want to switch distances? You may transfer your registration to another participant, to another distance, or to the virtual race from your account on Run Sign Up, up until the day of the event.
1) Log in on Runsignup.com
2) Click "Profile" on the top right-hand side of the page
3) Click "Manage Registration"
4) Transfer Event [distance] or Transfer to Another Runner (Depending on your chosen option- listed at the top of the page on the top right)
5K Course Map
Click here to view 5K Course map.
Are you looking for sponsors?
Yes! We would love for you to sponsor four 2025 race!
View Sponsorship Information.
All race photography by TrueSpeedPhoto will be available to download for FREE after the race.
