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The Metropolitan 5k

The Metropolitan 5k

June 19 - 21, 2026
E.F.F.E.C.T Fitness - Atlanta, GA
Atlanta, GA 30315 US

Community Clean Up Crew

June 6, 2026

Details

Responsible for supporting pre-race community cleanup efforts by collecting trash, debris, and materials along the course and surrounding areas. Ensures spaces are left clean, safe, and restored to their original condition while assisting with final disposal and wrap-up once cleanup is complete.

Pre Race Set Up Crew High Priority

June 18, 2026

Details

Responsible for preparing the event space by setting up equipment, signage, stations, and infrastructure according to the site plan and leadership direction. Ensures all areas are fully operational, organized, and ready prior to participant arrival, while assisting with last-minute adjustments as needed.

Pre-Race Packet Pickup/T-shirts High Priority

June 13, 2026

June 14, 2026

June 17, 2026

June 18, 2026

Details

Responsible for assisting participants with pre-race packet pickup by verifying registration, assisting with registration as needed, and distributing race bibs and t-shirts accurately. Supports new or pending registrations, answers participant questions, and ensures a smooth, organized flow during pickup periods.

Location

June 13, 14 & 18 - Effect Fitness
June 17 - Big Peach Run 5829 Campbellton Rd. SW STE 101 Atlanta 30331

Metro 5K Outreach Volunteer High Priority

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

Join our outreach team to help build momentum for the Metropolitan 5K! Volunteers will participate in organized virtual sessions focused on email outreach, phone calls, and social media engagement to connect with community partners, sponsors, and participants in a collaborative, high-energy environment.

Location

REMOTE

Volunteer T-Shirt Pickup

June 13, 2026

June 17, 2026

June 18, 2026

Details

Responsible for distributing event t-shirts to volunteers by verifying assignments and ensuring accurate sizing and tracking. Assists with managing lines, answering questions, and maintaining an organized pickup area, while ensuring materials are accounted for and the area is cleaned and closed out once operations are complete.

Location

At EFFECT: June 13 (8am - 12pm) / June 17 (3pm - 7pm) / June 18 (3pm - 6pm)

Race Day Set Up Crew

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for preparing the event space by setting up equipment, signage, stations, and infrastructure according to the site plan and leadership direction. Ensures all areas are fully operational, organized, and ready prior to participant arrival, while assisting with last-minute adjustments as needed.

Volunteer Check In

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for welcoming and checking in volunteers by verifying assignments, distributing materials (e.g., t-shirts, badges, instructions), confirming waivers and directing them to their designated roles or locations. Ensures an organized and efficient check-in process, answers questions, and supports cleanup and closeout of the check-in area once operations are complete.

Location

Old Spin Room

Floater

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for providing flexible support across multiple areas of the event by assisting where needed, filling coverage gaps, and responding to real-time requests from Leads. Ensures continuity of operations, maintains awareness of assignments, and supports cleanup and wrap-up activities once tasks are complete.

Location

Old Spin Room

Race Day Registration Table High Priority

You must be 21 or older to volunteer for this task.

June 19, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Responsible for assisting participants with check-in, verifying registration details, and directing them to appropriate areas (t-shirt pickup, same-day registration, or event flow). Ensures an efficient and organized process by managing lines, answering questions, and maintaining accurate tracking during peak registration periods.

Location

Effect Fitness Pro Side

Race Day Packet & T-Shirt Pickup

June 19, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Responsible for assisting participants with check-in, verifying registration details, and directing them to appropriate areas (same-day t-shirt & bib pickup, or event flow). Ensures an efficient and organized process by managing lines, answering questions, and maintaining accurate tracking during peak registration periods.

Location

Effect Fitness Pro Side

Parking Attendant Zone 1

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for directing vehicles and managing traffic flow at designated parking areas to ensure safe and efficient entry and exit for participants and guests. Provides guidance to drivers, maintains clear access routes, and assists with closing and cleanup of parking areas once operations are complete.

Location

Zone 1

Parking Attendant Zone 2

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for directing vehicles and managing traffic flow at designated parking areas to ensure safe and efficient entry and exit for participants and guests. Provides guidance to drivers, maintains clear access routes, and assists with closing and cleanup of parking areas once operations are complete.

Location

Zone 2

Parking Attendant Zone 3

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for directing vehicles and managing traffic flow at designated parking areas to ensure safe and efficient entry and exit for participants and guests. Provides guidance to drivers, maintains clear access routes, and assists with closing and cleanup of parking areas once operations are complete.

Location

Zone 3

Hydration Station Race Route Zone 1

June 19, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Responsible for setting up and maintaining hydration stations by preparing, distributing, and replenishing water for participants along the course. Ensures the station remains organized, accessible, and safe while monitoring supply levels and completing cleanup of the station area when finished.

Location

Zone 1

Hydration Station Race Route Zone 2

June 19, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Responsible for setting up and maintaining hydration stations by preparing, distributing, and replenishing water for participants along the course. Ensures the station remains organized, accessible, and safe while monitoring supply levels and completing cleanup of the station area when finished.

Location

Zone 2

Hydration Station Finish Line Recovery

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for setting up and maintaining hydration stations by preparing, distributing, and replenishing water for participants along the course. Ensures the station remains organized, accessible, and safe while monitoring supply levels and completing cleanup of the station area when finished.

Location

Finish Line

Hydration Station Festival Zone 1

June 19, 2026

Details

Help keep festival attendees refreshed by setting up and managing hydration stations throughout the event area. Responsibilities include preparing and distributing water, monitoring and restocking supplies, maintaining a clean and accessible station, and assisting with breakdown and cleanup at the end of the festival.

Location

Zone 1

Hydration Station Festival Zone 2

June 19, 2026

Details

Help keep festival attendees refreshed by setting up and managing hydration stations throughout the event area. Responsibilities include preparing and distributing water, monitoring and restocking supplies, maintaining a clean and accessible station, and assisting with breakdown and cleanup at the end of the festival.

Location

Zone 2

Hydration Station Festival Zone 3

June 19, 2026

Details

Help keep festival attendees refreshed by setting up and managing hydration stations throughout the event area. Responsibilities include preparing and distributing water, monitoring and restocking supplies, maintaining a clean and accessible station, and assisting with breakdown and cleanup at the end of the festival.

Location

Zone 3

Hydration Station Support

June 19, 2026

Details

Setting up and managing assigned hydration station. Responsibilities include preparing and distributing water, monitoring and restocking supplies, maintaining a clean and accessible station, and assisting with breakdown and cleanup.

Location

TBD

Crowd Control Zone 1

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for managing spectators and participant flow along the race route to ensure a safe and unobstructed course. Provides direction, monitors key points for congestion or hazards, communicates with Leads as needed, and assists with clearing and cleanup of assigned areas once operations are complete.

Location

Zone 1

Crowd Control Zone 2

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for managing spectators and participant flow along the race route to ensure a safe and unobstructed course. Provides direction, monitors key points for congestion or hazards, communicates with Leads as needed, and assists with clearing and cleanup of assigned areas once operations are complete.

Location

Zone 2

Crowd Control Zone 3

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for managing spectators and participant flow along the race route to ensure a safe and unobstructed course. Provides direction, monitors key points for congestion or hazards, communicates with Leads as needed, and assists with clearing and cleanup of assigned areas once operations are complete.

Location

Zone 3

Crowd Control Zone 4

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for managing spectators and participant flow along the race route to ensure a safe and unobstructed course. Provides direction, monitors key points for congestion or hazards, communicates with Leads as needed, and assists with clearing and cleanup of assigned areas once operations are complete.

Location

Zone 4

Crowd Control Zone 5

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for managing spectators and participant flow along the race route to ensure a safe and unobstructed course. Provides direction, monitors key points for congestion or hazards, communicates with Leads as needed, and assists with clearing and cleanup of assigned areas once operations are complete.

Location

Zone 5

Finish Line- Medal Distributor

June 19, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

You will distribute medals to race participants that complete the race. Participants must have a bib on to receive a medal.

Location

Finish Line

Finish Line- Recovery Zone

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for supporting finishers by distributing water and snacks in the recovery area and ensuring a smooth, organized flow of participants. Monitors supply levels, maintains cleanliness and safety of the area, and ensures the zone is fully cleaned and restored once operations are complete.

Location

Finish Line

Restroom Attendant

June 19, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Responsible for monitoring and maintaining restroom or port-o-potty areas to ensure cleanliness, accessibility, and adequate supplies throughout the event. Assists with crowd flow as needed and ensures the area is cleaned, organized, and restored once operations are complete.

Parking Lot Maintenance Zone 1

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and safety within parking areas by collecting trash, monitoring for hazards, and ensuring clear pathways for vehicles and pedestrians. Supports ongoing upkeep throughout the event and assists with final cleanup and restoration of the parking area once operations are complete.

Location

Zone 1

Parking Lot Maintenance Zone 2

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and safety within parking areas by collecting trash, monitoring for hazards, and ensuring clear pathways for vehicles and pedestrians. Supports ongoing upkeep throughout the event and assists with final cleanup and restoration of the parking area once operations are complete.

Location

Zone 2

Parking Lot Maintenance Zone 3

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and safety within parking areas by collecting trash, monitoring for hazards, and ensuring clear pathways for vehicles and pedestrians. Supports ongoing upkeep throughout the event and assists with final cleanup and restoration of the parking area once operations are complete.

Location

Zone 3

Hospitality Suite

At least 4 more volunteers needed.

Details

Responsible for managing the hospitality area by setting up, organizing, and maintaining refreshments and supplies for designated guests. Ensures the space remains clean, stocked, and welcoming throughout the event, while assisting with breakdown and cleanup once operations are complete.

Location

Shift times will be released shortly—register today and you’ll be the first to select your preferred shift.

VIP Liaison

June 19, 2026

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Responsible for serving as the primary point of contact for VIPs. Maintains communication between VIPs and event leadership, ensures a positive experience, and supports breakdown and cleanup of VIP area once operations are complete.

Sponsor Liaison

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for serving as the primary point of contact for sponsors by assisting with setup, ensuring branding and placements are executed as planned, and addressing needs throughout the event. Maintains communication between sponsors and event leadership, ensures a positive sponsor experience, and supports breakdown and cleanup of sponsor areas once operations are complete.

Location

Shift times will be released shortly—register today and you’ll be the first to select your preferred shift.

Vendor Liasion

At least 6 more volunteers needed.

Details

Responsible for serving as the primary point of contact for vendors by assisting with setup, ensuring assigned locations are correct, and addressing questions or needs throughout the event. Maintains communication between vendors and event leadership, monitors vendor areas for compliance and support, and ensures vendors complete breakdown and cleanup once operations conclude.

Location

Shift times will be released shortly—register today and you’ll be the first to select your preferred shift.

Security Liaison

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for serving as the point of contact between event operations and security personnel by communicating concerns, coordinating responses, and supporting incident management. Monitors for safety issues, escalates concerns as needed, and assists with maintaining a secure environment and post-event closeout.

Location

Shift times will be released shortly—register today and you’ll be the first to select your preferred shift.

Kidzone Attendant

You must be 21 or older to volunteer for this task.

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for supervising children in the Kidzone by maintaining a safe, structured, and engaging environment while ensuring all check-in and check-out procedures, including wristband verification, are followed. Monitors activities, supports children as needed, communicates with parents and Leads, and assists with cleanup and breakdown of the Kidzone area once operations are complete.

Post Race Breakdown Crew

June 19, 2026

Details

Responsible for dismantling event equipment, signage, stations, and infrastructure following the conclusion of the race. Ensures all areas are cleared, materials are properly collected or stored, and the event space is cleaned and restored once breakdown is complete.

Virtual 5k Packet Filler

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

Responsible for assembling and preparing race packets for virtual participants by accurately organizing materials such as bibs, t-shirts, and promotional items. Ensures packets are complete, properly labeled, and ready for distribution or shipping, and assists with cleanup of the workspace once tasks are complete.

Location

Date and shift times will be released shortly—register today and you’ll be the first to select your preferred shift.

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