ATL COMMUNITY EVENT

Mayor's 5K on the 5th Runway

The annual Mayor’s 5K on the 5th Runway is back! Hosted by Mayor Andre Dickens, the race welcomes runners and walkers ages 10 and up, of all abilities.

Lace up and experience the exclusive opportunity to race on Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s 5th runway on Saturday, October 10, 2026, one of the flattest and fastest courses in metro Atlanta.

AT A GLANCE

Event highlights

Date

Saturday, October 10, 2026

Location

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Certified Course

USATF-certified 5K and an AJC Peachtree Road Race qualifier.

Who Can Participate

Runners and walkers ages 10 and up, of all abilities.

Beneficiary

Proceeds benefit the Mayor’s Youth Scholarship Program.

Free Event Parking

Complimentary parking at the 1075 Parking Lot, with overflow parking and shuttle service available at ATL’s Truck Pass Lot.

PLAN YOUR MORNING

Event schedule

The detailed 2026 event schedule has not yet been announced. Please check back for updates.

SECURITY CHECKLIST

What to bring

Bring

Government-issued ID
Keys
Cellphone in a fanny pack or arm band
Small fanny packs at 5″ × 7″ × 1″ will be allowed.

Fanny packs and cellphone arm bands are subject to inspection.

Do not bring

Bags are strictly prohibited, including backpacks, shoulder bags and sling bags
No water bottles or hydration packs are allowed; water will be provided

Government-issued ID is required: Registrant name must match submitted government-issued ID. Those without ID and/or who cannot be screened will NOT participate.

Race number pick-up

Race numbers (bibs) are issued upon check-in and are non-transferable.

GETTING TO THE RACE

Parking, transportation and ride share

1075 Parking Lot — Race Participants Main Parking

1075 Airport Loop Rd.
College Park, GA 30337

1075 parking Lot Opens: 3:30a.m.

The 1075 Parking Lot will serve as the main parking lot for race participants.

ATL’s Truck Pass Lot — Race Participants Overflow Parking

1586 Sullivan Rd.
College Park, GA 30337

Truck Pass Lot Opens: 3:30a.m.

ATL’s Truck Pass Lot will serve as overflow parking for race participants. Complimentary shuttle service will be available to and from this lot and race check-in.

Shuttle schedule

Pre-race: 3:30 a.m.–5:45 a.m.
Post-race: Immediately following the race through 9:00 a.m.

For your safety, race participants may not walk from the Truck Pass Lot. Please use the complimentary shuttle service.

Important 5K Parking Information

The 1075 Parking Lot and ATL’s Truck Pass Lot are the only designated parking options for this year’s race.

Please arrive two hours early to allow additional time for parking and shuttle transportation. Follow event signage and staff instructions upon arrival.

For assistance with parking or other ADA accessibility needs, email ATL5K@ATL.com.

5K Rideshare Drop-Off and Pick-Up

South Cargo Parking
1255 Loop Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30337

Rideshare drop-off and pick-up will be located at South Cargo Parking. Please follow event roadway signage and directions from event staff upon arrival.

RECOGNITION

Awards

Awards are given to the overall male and female finishers and the top male and female finisher in each age group: 10–16; 17–24; 25–29; 30–34; 35–39; 40–44; 45–49; 50–54; 55–59; 60–64; 65–69; and 70+.

Award winners are based on NET TIME. Only timed runners qualify for awards.

Teams require at least five members and may include men and women. Awards go to the Top Team, based on the fastest combined overall score, and the Largest Team.

IMPORTANT RACE RULES

Requirements every participant should know

5K participants have one hour to complete the race.
The runway must be clear of race participants by 7:30 a.m.
Runners and walkers must maintain a pace of 18 minutes, 30 seconds per mile. Participants unable to maintain this pace will be diverted to a shorter route so the event can finish on time. There are no exceptions because this is a Federal Aviation Administration requirement.
Chip timing will be used.
All participants receive a commemorative T-shirt and medal upon completion.
Warm-up and stretching space is limited.
Walkers should keep right so runners can pass on the left.
Participants must be ages 10 and up. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Spectators are not permitted.

COMMUNITY AND ENVIRONMENT

Mayor's 5K sustainability initiatives

Helping our community and the environment.

Alternative transportation

Participants are encouraged to carpool and use rideshare to reduce carbon emissions.

Reduce impact

Only compostable service ware will be available to reduce the event’s waste impact.

Reuse items

On race day, collection bins will be available for all types of shoes for donation or recycling.

Recycle waste

Waste will be separated on-site, collected by CHaRM (the Center for Hard to Recycle Materials) and diverted from landfills.

JOIN FROM ANYWHERE

Virtual race

If you cannot attend in person, choose the virtual race option during registration. Complete the 5K on your own time and at your preferred location. Virtual participants receive a commemorative T-shirt and medal.

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