Plan to arrive in Atlanta by early morning on August 8th for the 8:00 AM start of the Run for East Lake 5K & Fun Run. The event takes place at 300 Eva Davis Way and offers two distances: a 400-meter option and a 5K. Entry fees range from $20 to $45 depending on registration choices. This is a straightforward running event, making it accessible for athletes of varying experience levels. If you're traveling from out of town, book accommodation within reasonable driving distance of the venue to ensure you can comfortably make the early start time and handle pre-race logistics without stress.
From the Race Organizer
About the Run for East Lake 5K & Fun Run The East Lake Foundation is thrilled to host the Run for East Lake 5K & Fun Run on Saturday, August 8th , presented by the East Lake Family YMCA and TOUR Championship. The 5K race will start and finish at Charles R. Drew Charter School’s Junior and Senior Academy and the race will weave through the beautiful East Lake community highlighting the Villages of East Lake, East Lake Family YMCA, Charlie Yates Golf Course, and much more. The route will also provide participants the unique opportunity to run through the back 9 holes of historic East Lake Golf Club, home of the TOUR Championship, which will take place August 26-30, 2026. The Fun Run (400 meter dash) will take place in front of Charles R. Drew Charter School Junior and Senior Academy after the 5K and is to ages 12 and under. About the East Lake Foundation Founded in 1995 by developer and philanthropist Tom Cousins, the East Lake Foundation collaborates with The Villages of East Lake residents, Charles R. Drew Charter School families, and other key service providers to ensure every member of our community has equitable access to the resources, tools and supports needed to thrive through its integrated and holistic model for community revitalization. The Foundation has helped to create mixed-income housing and infrastructure, educational opportunities from cradle to college, and community wellness and economic vitality activities such as entrepreneurship, career readiness, and financial literacy, among others, to ensure the East Lake neighborhood is recognized for what is possible and not defined by its past. This innovative approach has proven that a community that had experienced disinvestment and a lack of opportunities for decades can be transformed into a neighborhood where children and their families thrive and experience increased upward mobility, improved health outcomes, and greater racial equity. The success of the East Lake Initiative has served as the blueprint for a national model of holistic community redevelopment through Purpose Built Communities. Today, there are 27 additional Purpose Built Communities across the country — all of which are successfully creating opportunities for residents and building strong, economically diverse communities. For more information, please visit www.eastlakefoundation.org .
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 8.
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 Run for East Lake 5K & Fun Run 2026 — Atlanta, GA?
Run for East Lake 5K & Fun Run 2026 — Atlanta, GA takes place on August 8, 2026. The race is held in Atlanta, Georgia.
Where is Run for East Lake 5K & Fun Run 2026 — Atlanta, GA held?
Run for East Lake 5K & Fun Run 2026 — Atlanta, GA is held at 300 Eva Davis Way in Atlanta, Georgia.
Where can I find hotels near Run for East Lake 5K & Fun Run 2026 — Atlanta, GA?
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