FTA Legacy 5K
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Location
- 10 N Park Square, Marietta, GA
- Distance
- FTA Legacy 5K Race
From the Organizer
Join us for our 1st annual Legacy 5K in honor of the late Pastor Frederick T. Anderson. Pastor Anderson is the founding pastor of Covenant Christian Ministries and a leader in Marietta for over 30 years. He and his wife ran a private school, Covenant Christian Ministries Academy, in Marietta for 25 years, which matriculated numerous students who were not only native to Georgia but came from various parts of the world.
Since 2016 the church has been meeting at various locations Cobb Galleria, McEachern Auditorium, The Mansour Center, but we settled at Smitha Middle School in 2019. It was Pastor Anderson's goal to build a permanent home for Covenant Christian Ministries, and all proceeds from the 5K will go toward making that vision a reality. The 5K course is a look back at our church history and the various places we called home in Marietta.
Pastor Anderson transitioned to his heavenly home on January 19, 2025. This race honors Pastor Frederick T. Anderson and celebrates the church that he founded. Join his family, friends, and church family as we keep his memory alive and continue the legacy that he started.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
69°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mableton 1 N, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Marietta, GA
Population
61,773
as of 2023
Elevation
1,112 ft
Nearest Airport
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 22 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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Waiting For?
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the FTA Legacy 5K?
- FTA Legacy 5K is a running race held in Marietta, Georgia on October 24, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the FTA Legacy 5K?
- Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Marietta, Georgia at 10 N Park Square, Marietta, GA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the FTA Legacy 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
FTA Legacy 5K
Oct 24, 2026