Course
Peachtree Qualifier
This course is USATF certified and your time in the race can be used as a qualifire for next year's Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race.
Run for Justice 5K 2026
- Date
- Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Entry fee
- From $25
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run/Walk | 5K | Nov 7, 20268:00 AM | $35$40 after Sep 25, 2026 | – |
| Marathon Sponsor | Marathon | Nov 7, 20268:00 AM | $1000 | – |
| Olympian Sponsor | – | Nov 7, 20268:00 AM | $2500 | – |
| Pacesetter Sponsor | – | Nov 7, 20268:00 AM | $300 | – |
| Sprint Sponsor | – | Nov 7, 20268:00 AM | $500 | – |
| Supporter Sponsor | – | Nov 7, 20268:00 AM | $150 | – |
| T-Shirt Only | – | Nov 7, 20268:00 AM | $25 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 5K Run/Walk: $40 until Oct 9, then $42 until Oct 23, then $45 until Nov 6, then $50 until Nov 7.
- T-Shirt Only: $25 until Nov 5.
Online registration closes Nov 7, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $1000, entry is about 953 percent above a typical marathon in Georgia, which costs $95 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a marathon in Georgia runs 4:18:43, about 9:52 a mile, based on 7 races with published results. Women typically finish in 4:27:29 and men in 4:12:22.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:01 AM, and the 5K Run/Walk starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,020 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Grant Park/Zoo Atlanta, Atlanta, GA 30312
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 7 the day usually runs from 48°F at dawn to 68°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 11% of days. Cold snaps dip to 35°F and hot years reach 77°F.
Based on 70 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Run for Justice 5K cover on their registration page, in brief.
Parking and travel
Parking
Paid parking is available at the Zoo Atlanta lot on Cherokee Avenue and the Grant Park Gateway deck on Boulevard, and limited street parking is available nearby. Registration does not include parking, so we recommend using the ParkMobile…
Shirt and medal
Become a Sponsor
Olympian Sponsor - $2,500+. Premium logo placement on race t-shirt. Premium logo placement on race related materials (digital and print). Premium recognition with logo on race website linked to your company website. Custom social media and…
The cause
Our Mission
Atlanta Legal Aid Society’s mission is to provide free civil legal assistance to help people in need access justice to protect their rights and secure their safety and stability. For more info, visit our website…
Race details
- Where
- Grant Park/Zoo Atlanta, Atlanta, GA 30312Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,020 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K, Marathon
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 7, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Run for Justice 5K?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $25 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 7, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Georgia?
- At $1000, entry is about 953 percent above a typical marathon in Georgia, which costs $95 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Marathon.
- Where does it start?
- Grant Park/Zoo Atlanta, Atlanta, GA 30312.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Join us at Run for Justice on November 7, 2026!
This is our 36th year, and we are celebrating in a new place with a new course. Participants will challenge themselves to run their fastest 5K ever (this is a Peachtree Road Race qualifying event!) or stroll through the historic Grant Park neighborhood and enjoy the crisp fall air.
Are you a law student or public servant? Email Angela Howard ([email protected]) for a discount code!