4th Annual Run for Reading 5k 2026 — Stone Mountain, GA

Date
May 16, 2026
Location
Stone Mountain, GA
Venue
2859 N Deshong Rd
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $45.00
Events
5k Run/Walk, Kids Run, Spring Festival (5K Race After Party)
Includes
T-Shirt
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The 4th Annual Run for Reading 5K takes place on May 16, 2026, in Stone Mountain, Georgia at 2859 N Deshong Rd, with a typical start time of 7:30 AM. Despite the race name, the actual event distance on file is 1 mile, making it accessible for runners of varying fitness levels. Entry fees range from free to $45, so you can choose your participation level based on budget. This early morning start time works well if you want to complete your run and have the rest of the day ahead of you. The race supports reading initiatives, so your entry contributes to a community cause while you run.

From the Race Organizer
TREAD Academy is hosting its 4th Annual 5K Run/Walk. Reading is the foundation of education, opportunity, and lifelong success—but many students in Georgia are struggling to reach that foundation. Recent reports show that approximately 62% of Georgia’s third graders are not reading proficiently, a critical milestone that strongly predicts future academic success. Students who are not reading on grade level by third grade are four times more likely to drop out of high school, making early literacy one of the most important issues facing our communities today. Literacy challenges don’t stop in childhood. Nearly 1 million adults in Georgia have low literacy skills, which affects employment opportunities, economic mobility, and even the ability to support the next generation of learners. The Run for Reading 5K was created to help change that trajectory. Each year, our community comes together to raise awareness and support literacy initiatives that put books in children’s hands, strengthen

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 4th Annual Run for Reading 5k 2026 — Stone Mountain, GA?

4th Annual Run for Reading 5k 2026 — Stone Mountain, GA takes place on May 16, 2026. The race is held in Stone Mountain, Georgia.

Where is 4th Annual Run for Reading 5k 2026 — Stone Mountain, GA held?

4th Annual Run for Reading 5k 2026 — Stone Mountain, GA is held at 2859 N Deshong Rd in Stone Mountain, Georgia.

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