Lucy Ford Jackson Memorial 5k
Lucy Ford Jackson Memorial 5k is a running race on October 24, 2026 in Alpharetta, GA, with an entry fee of $70.
- Date
- October 24, 2026 (44 days to go)
- Price
- $70
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for the first annual Lucy Ford Jackson Memorial 5K on Saturday, October 24th in Milton, Georgia. This is a run/walk event — runners and walkers of all paces are welcome. All proceeds benefit The Painted Horse Foundation, supporting families facing pregnancy and infant loss. Every participant receives a race T-shirt, water, and snacks at the finish line, and a coupon for one glass of wine or one beer at Painted Horse Winery & Vineyards. Age group awards and medals will be announced and presented at Painted Horse Winery & Vineyards.
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
71°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cumming 2n, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Alpharetta, GA
Population
66,355
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,008 ft
Nearest Airport
PDK
DeKalb Peachtree Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 31 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.
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44
Days to train
- Race
- Lucy Ford Jackson Memorial 5k
- Date
- October 24, 2026
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Lucy Ford Jackson Memorial 5k
Oct 24, 2026