Sleighbells on the Square 5K
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Location
- Marietta Square, Marietta, GA
- Distance
- 5K (Timed) · 1K · Tot Trot & more
From the Organizer
Presented by the Cobb County Bar Association
Join us for the 25th Annual
Sleighbells on the Square 5K, 1K & Tot Trot
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Marietta Square
5K is an AJC Peachtree Road Race Qualifier and USATF Certified.
This event for the whole family takes place on the Marietta Square where the races will start and finish.
Festive holiday attire is encouraged. Strollers and dogs are allowed.
Proceeds benefit the Cobb County Bar's Children’s Emergency Fund, a 501c3:
The Children’s Emergency Fund, is a 501c3.
The Fund provides emergency grants to Cobb County households facing financial emergencies or crises. The Fund provides
support for Cobb families in need in areas that are often not addressed by traditional charities, assisting with utility bills,
clothing, medicine, housing, to help local families get back on track.
Included with your race registration:
- Long sleeve T-shirt for all races. See Packet Pickup below.
- 5K race is electronically timed. 5K is USATF Certified and therefore an AJC Peachtree Road Race qualifier.
- Custom medal for 5K Race: Top 3 (M & F) Overall, Top 3 Overall Masters, Top 3 in each of the usual age groups 10 &Under 75+
Race Day Events:
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Marietta Square
5K starts at 8:00 am (5K is a chip-timed AJC Peachtree Qualifying Race and USATF Certified)
1K starts at approximately 9:10 am
Tot Trot starts at approximately 9:20 am
Awards Ceremony, starts at 9:30 am
Medals for 5K Race: Top 3 (M & F) Overall, Top 3 Overall Masters, Top 3 in each of the usual age groups 10 & Under - 75+
5K Virtual
Complete the 5K anytime anywhere. Simply run or walk any time and any place that works for you. In your neighborhood,
your favorite trail, or even on a treadmill!
Cost:
Includes long sleeve t- shirt. Register on or before December 2, 2025, to be guaranteed T-shirt.
5K, 1K
$30 Youth until November 21, $35 November 22 - December 11, $40 on Race day, December 12
$35 Adult until November 21, $40 November 22 - December 11, $45 on Race day, December 12
Tot Trot
$10 until November 21, $15 November 22 - Race day, December 12
Virtual 5K
$35 until November 21, $40 November 22 - Race day, December 12
Referral Program:
Get 5 FRIENDS to sign up a refund of $10.00.
Using your unique referral link and you will automatically receive after registration.
School Contest:
School with most participants. Family and friends can participate.
Prizes for Schools: 1st: $750, 2nd: $500, 3rd: $250
Beat the Bell Contest:
Winner gets $250!
Register for a chance to race against the Sleighbells Running Bell in a short sprint.
If the chosen participant races and BEATS the Sleighbells Running Bell, He or She will win $250!
ONLY Sleighbells on the Square Registered Participants can participate.
No fee to register for Beat the Bell. We will draw one name from those who register for Beat the Bell by 11:59 pm on December 8, 2026.
We will email the winner of the drawing by 5:00 pm on December 9, 2026.
The winner of the drawing will race the Sleighbells Running Bell on Saturday, December 12, 2026 between 7:30 -7:45 am at the Sleighbells race location on the Marietta Square.
Enter the Beat the Bell Contest by clicking "Yes" to Beat the Bell Contest question during the registration.
Packet Pickup:
PRE-RACE PICK-UP
When: Friday, December 11, 2026
Time: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Where: Big Peach Running Co. Kennesaw, 1625 Ridenour Blvd., Suite 304, Kennesaw, GA 30152
RACE DAY PICK-UP
When: Saturday, December 12, 2026
Time: 7:15 am
Where: Marietta Square, 10 East Park Square
T-shirts will not be mailed.
Parking info: http://www.marietta.com/marietta-square-parking
Click for Course Map: Click here to view 5K Course map
Race is held rain or shine and we regret no refunds.
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
56°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
29%
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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Days to train
- Race
- Sleighbells on the Square 5K
- Date
- December 12, 2026
- Location
- Marietta Square, Marietta, GA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Sleighbells on the Square 5K?
- Sleighbells on the Square 5K is a running race held in Marietta, Georgia on December 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 Sleighbells on the Square 5K?
- Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Marietta, Georgia at Marietta Square, Marietta, GA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Sleighbells on the Square 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Sleighbells on the Square 5K
Dec 12, 2026