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Georgia Aquarium 5K
Presented by Waste Management

Mar
8

Georgia Aquarium 5K
Presented by Waste Management

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Mar 8

Splash & Dash for the Ocean!

Georgia Aquarium’s 5K walk/run returns for its eighth year. Starting and finishing at some of the most recognizable landmarks in downtown Atlanta, this Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race Qualifier (in-person only) 3.1-mile course is a quick “out and back” run/jog/walk for all ages.

Whether you’re tackling your first 5K, training for the Peachtree Road Race, or just looking to stay active, every step you take supports aquatic animal conservation—plus, with our virtual option, you can participate from anywhere and make an impact for the ocean, even from your own neighborhood.

Every stride helps fund Georgia Aquarium’s research and conservation efforts locally and globally. Together, we can deepen our understanding of marine life and work to protect ocean animals for future generations.

Interested in corporate sponsorship opportunities? Please contact Erin Burnett, eburnett@georgiaaquarium.org for more information.

Registration Includes

  • Runners Bib

     

  • Drawstring Bag

     

  • Commemorative T-Shirt

     

  • Collectable Themed Finisher Medal

     

Dates to Note

  • In-Person Race

    Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025

    Time: 8:00am

    Location: Georgia Aquarium/Pemberton Place
    225 Baker Street NW Atlanta, GA 30313

  • Virtual Race

    Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025 – April 13, 2025

    Time: 8:00am on 03/08 – 11:59pm on 04/13

    Location: You can complete your 3.1 miles anywhere you’d like and at your own pace. Treadmill, the park, on the beach, it’s your choice.

Race Information

In-Person Race Information

  • Time & Date: Our in-person race takes place at Georgia Aquarium in downtown Atlanta, and starts on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 8:00am. You’ll be treated to an out-and-back 3.1-mile Peachtree Qualifier course through the streets of downtown.
  • Parking: Parking is available for $5 at Georgia Aquarium’s parking deck on the morning of the 5K. Please use 246 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd NW on your navigation apps. Participants parking at the Coca-Cola parking deck will be charged a full parking fee.
  • Participant Packet Pick Up: Packet Pickup information will be available soon.

Virtual Race Information

  • Time & Date: Participants choosing a virtual race can participate anywhere they’d like and at their own pace! Whether those 3.1 miles are in your neighborhood, in a park, on a shoreline, or even a treadmill, simply submit your results on our site and enjoy bragging rights of helping our oceans.
  • Virtual Packet Delivery: For virtual participants outside the metro area or those unable to attend packet pick-up, your race packets will be mailed via USPS starting the week after the in-person event.
Georgia Aquarium 5KPresented by Waste Management

Submit Your Race Results

Details on how to submit your results will be available starting on race day.

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