The Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk takes place on September 12, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the Skyland Trail J. Rex Fuqua Campus for Adolescents. The event offers a 1-mile run/walk distance with a typical start time of 8:30 AM. Entry fees range from $35 to $40. If you're unable to attend in person, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete the distance on your own schedule. This race combines accessible distance options with flexible participation formats, making it easy to fit into your travel plans while supporting the host organization.
From the Race 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. T he 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.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 12.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Atlanta, GA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Atlanta, GA?
Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Atlanta, GA takes place on September 12, 2026. The race is held in Atlanta, Georgia.
Where is Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Atlanta, GA held?
Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Atlanta, GA is held at Skyland Trail J. Rex Fuqua Campus for Adolescents in Atlanta, Georgia.
Where can I find hotels near Skyland Trail 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Atlanta, GA?
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