FAQ's - Race Weekend
Is this a road race or a trail race?
Yes. Both. Neither. You'll love it!
The 5k & Half Marathons are run on paved multi-use paths (and just a wee bit of 2-lane road). The feel under your feet is like a road race. But the race experience is more interesting. The courses are fast and winding. The scenery changes and you won't be bored.
RUN THE PATHS: Run Your First, Race Your Best!
Can I change or cancel my registration?
Until January 10, 2027, Change 5k to Half, Half to 5k online in your RunSignup Profile (for details see HERE). Or, transfer your registration/gift to another person (see HERE).
In person distance changes can be made at packet pick-up.
NO CANCELATIONS, CREDITS or DEFERMENTS. CHANGE FEES MAY APPPLY.
Thank you for helping us raise funds to do more good!
Are there hotel discounts for out of town participants?
More info to come
What about cold or rainy weather?
We run! Plan accordingly and use free bag check by packet pick-up. It’s worth it!
Buy a coffee or food and enjoy the expo and hang out in the large heated tent for the awards.
How do I get my race bib and shirt?
PACKET PICK-UP and IN-PERSON REGISTRATION (credit cards only):
The Fred- Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater Complex, 201 McIntosh Trail Peachtree City, GA 30269
Friday, Jan. 15, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM, or Saturday, Jan. 16, 6:30 AM – 7:45 AM
If shirts sell out online, can I still get one?
Check with event staff after you finish your race. There may be unclaimed shirts.
Can I check a bag on race day?
Yes! Bag check is free and next to packet pick-up.
Are the Start and Finish lines in the same place?
They are not! The Finish Line is at The Fred Amphitheater Complex, the same place as Packet Pick-up and the Race Day Expo.
The Start Line is a short 5 minute walk from Packet Pick-up to Huddleston Elementary, across the road from the Fred complex.
Look for signs and see: Where do I park? for location details.
What time does my race start?
7:45 AM - Opening Ceremony / 8:00 AM – Half Marathon Start / 8:15 AM – 5k Start
NO LATE STARTING RUNNERS – ARRIVE EARLY! (Park from 6:00 AM and by 7:00 AM)
How long do I have to finish the race?
5k cutoff is 9:15 AM, the Half Marathon cutoff is 11:00 AM (3hrs). Half runners must maintain a 13:45 pace or better throughout the race. A sweeper golf cart is available to half marathon runners if you are behind the projected cut-off time and need help getting back to the finish. Signs and course support are removed as sweeper cart passes.
Will road closures affect parking?
Yes! Park starting 6:00 AM and by 7:00 AM.
ROAD CLOSURES:
A. 6:00AM- Kelly Dr at Sweetgum Rd (NO Vehicles from Hwy 74 to The Fred)
B. 6:00AM - Fishers Luck at McIntosh Trail (NO Through Traffic)
C. 7:30AM- Peachtree Pkwy at McIntosh Trail (closing 7:30am or prior)
Where do I park?
A: The Fred- Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater and Huddleston Elementary
Park 6:00-7:00 AM- ACCESS CLOSES by 7:30 AM, NO EXCEPTIONS
GPS to coordinates: 33.38734, -84.56364 , then to The Fred / Huddleston Elem. from Peachtree Parkway ONLY , and follow police and parking attendant directions to The Fred or Huddleston Elementary
B: Hella and Mobile Storage (walk, jog, or ride a golf cart shuttle through tunnel under Hwy 74 to event central at The Fred)
GPS to: 201 Kelly Dr, Peachtree City, GA 30269; Take Hwy 74 to Kelly Dr. and follow parking volunteer directions.
Park from 6:00 AM and before 7:00 AM
Where can I catch the race shuttle?
From parking at Mobile Storage look for SHUTTLE sign at corner of parking.
From the finish area, look for SHUTTLE sign on McIntosh Trail, just below the finish line.
Where are the port-a-potties?
Port-a-potties next to Packet Pick-up/Finish/Expo area, near the Start Line, and along the racecourse: 5k - mile 2.2 water station. Half Marathon - miles 2.2, 7.5, 10, and 12
Can I follow a Pacer for the Half Marathon?
Pacers and pace times TBD
How do I stay on course over the winding paths?
Follow the white signs with color arrows (orange and green) and our volunteer course marshal directions. We place 200 signs to help you get around the route. Tell our course volunteers how much you appreciate them!
Where are the water stations?
Water and Gatorade are at stations on the 5k - mile 2.2 and the Half Marathon course at miles 2, 4.2, 5.5, 7.5, 10, and 12.2 (approximately)
Can my fans see me on the race route?
Yes, at race start and finish areas and route points (tell your fans to Google Map these locations and time their arrival to your race pace. If you want to see them at the finish line also, plan around road closures):
- Battery Way/Boat Docks at Lake Peachtree (5k mile 2, Half mile 12) GPS: 33.394520, -84.570911
- Braelinn Rec Center (Half mile 2) GPS: 33.376905, -84.543927
- Rockspray Pond Park (Half mile 9) GPS: 33.379406, -84.552716
- Luther Glass Park/Ponds (Half mile 10) GPS: 33.382041, -84.558724
Are the courses closed?
Yes and No. The short road sections are fully closed to vehicle traffic. The multi-use paths may have some light golf cart or pedestrian traffic from local residents. The race has select course personnel who use bicycles and golf carts to provide direction and support. And many volunteers stand at key spots along the course to help you go the right direction. See below for info about directional signs.
What can I expect at the Finish and Expo?
Good vibes, finisher medal, finisher snack bag ( banana, orange, granola, bottled water), vendor booths, buy a snack and a beverage (while they last), bag check pick-up, and awards
What time are the top finisher awards?
Go to the big tent:
5k finisher awards – TBD; Half finisher awards – TBD
see race info for categories-AWARDS MUST BE CLAIMED IN PERSON, WILL NOT BE MAILED
Where can I find race results and race photos?
For race results – look for QR codes in finish area to scan for real time results.
For official results and race photos – watch your email in-box and our race site in the 24 hours after the event for links.
Thanks for Running the Paths with Rotary!
