Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Distance
- Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk · Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk (VIRTUAL EVENT)
From the Organizer
Get Moving For Mental Health
Your participation will support the evidence-based treatment programs at Skyland Trail and help remove financial barriers for families in need. Young people are particularly experiencing depression and anxiety and seeking mental health services at alarming rates. The U.S. surgeon general has warned that young people are facing “devastating” mental health effects as a result of the challenges experienced by their generation, including the pandemic. Raising funds through the Skyland Trail 5k will make a difference in the lives of teens and their families.
This family-friendly event is open to all. Individuals under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk will be a chipped-timed event and an official qualifier for the 2027 AJC Peachtree Road Race.
Registration and Check-In
Check-in on the morning of the event will open at 7:30 a.m. You may also register online through 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 12, 2026. On-site walk-up registration is available for $50. Virtual participation options are available.
Donations
Donations to the Skyland Trail 5K are welcome through September 30. Donate here >>
Weather
In the event of extreme or hazardous weather, Skyland Trail may delay or cancel the event entirely. If there are weather-related changes, Skyland Trail will email all registered participants and volunteers on Saturday morning before the event. Please note that the race entry fee is non-refundable.
Safety, Rules, and Policies
Although water will be available, participants are encouraged to bring a personal water bottle or camelback device. Parents with strollers, wagons, etc. will start at the back of the group to prevent creating hazards for other participants. No animals or pets, except for service animals, will be permitted. Weapons of any kind, including firearms, are not permitted on Skyland Trail campuses. Skyland Trail is a nicotine-free campus. Smoking and vaping are not permitted indoors or outdoors.
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
84°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Atlanta Peachtree Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Atlanta, GA
Population
499,287
as of 2023
Elevation
830 ft
Nearest Airport
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
96
Days to train
- Race
- Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- September 12, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk?
- Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Atlanta, Georgia on September 12, 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 Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia at Skyland Trail J. Rex Fuqua Campus for Adolescents, Atlanta, GA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk
Sep 12, 2026