
From the Organizer
NEW RACE LOCATION this year with a new certified course, USATF certification number: GA17041DJ. All race proceeds benefit the Project ReNeWal Shelter for Victims of Family Violence and the Rockdale County Taskforce Against Family Violence.
Events
Weather
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
73°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Covington, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
17,916
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 24 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
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Race Against Violence 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Race Against Violence 5K
Oct 17, 2026