Mar
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9th Annual
Georgia Aquarium 5K Walk/Run

Georgia Aquarium 5KPresented by Waste Management 3

Splash & Dash for the Ocean!

Members: $25
Early Bird: $40
Standard: $45
Virtual Pricing starts at $50

  • Pemberton Place

  • March 7, 2026

  • 8:00am - 11:00am

Get ready to lace up your sneakers and join Georgia Aquarium’s 5K Walk/Run, returning for its ninth exciting year! This Peachtree Qualifier 3.1-mile course takes participants on a quick “out and back” journey through some of downtown Atlanta’s most iconic landmarks. Open to ages 8 and up, it’s perfect for runners, joggers, and walkers of all levels.

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Move with Purpose

Whether you’re tackling your first 5K, training for the Peachtree Road Race, or just looking to stay active, every step you take supports aquatic animal conservation – plus, with our virtual option, you can participate from anywhere and make an impact for the ocean, even from your own neighborhood.

Every stride helps fund Georgia Aquarium’s research and conservation efforts locally and globally. Together, we can deepen our understanding of marine life and work to protect ocean animals for future generations.

Interested in corporate sponsorship opportunities? Please contact Erin Burnett, eburnett@georgiaaquarium.org, for more information.

Included with Registration

    Runners Bib
     
    Drawstring Bag
     
    Commemorative T-Shirt
     
    Collectable Themed Finisher Medal
     

Dates to Note

    In-Person Race
    Date: Saturday, March 07, 2026
    Time: 8:00am
    Location: Georgia Aquarium/Pemberton Place
    225 Baker Street NW
    Atlanta, GA 30313
    Virtual Race
    Date: Saturday, March 07, 2026 – April 12, 2026
    Time: 8:00am on 03/07 – 11:59pm on 04/12
    Location: You can complete your 3.1 miles anywhere you’d like and at your own pace. Treadmill, the park, on the beach, it’s your choice.

Race Information

In-Person Race Information

  • Time & Date: Our in-person race takes place at Georgia Aquarium in downtown Atlanta, and starts on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 8:00am. You’ll be treated to an out-and-back 3.1-mile Peachtree Qualifier course through the streets of downtown.
  • Parking: Parking is available at Georgia Aquarium’s parking deck on the morning of the 5K for an additional price. Please use 246 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd NW on your navigation apps.
  • Participant Packet Pick Up: Packet Pickup information will be available soon.

Virtual Race Information

  • Time & Date: Participants choosing a virtual race can participate anywhere they’d like and at their own pace between 03/07 and 04/12. Whether those 3.1 miles are in your neighborhood, in a park, on a shoreline, or even a treadmill, simply submit your results on our site and enjoy bragging rights of helping our oceans.
  • Virtual Packet Delivery: For virtual participants outside the metro area or those unable to attend packet pick-up, your race packets will be mailed via USPS starting the week after the in-person event.

Packet Pick-Up Locations & Times

Tuesday, March 3

10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Road Runner Sports
3756 Roswell Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30342

Become a VIP member and receive $20 off a purchase of $50 or more! Current VIP members will receive double rewards cash.

Wednesday, March 4

10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Road Runner Sports
3756 Roswell Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30342

Become a VIP member and receive $20 off a purchase of $50 or more! Current VIP members will receive double rewards cash.

When you attend either packet pick-up days listed above, you will receive one (1) Georgia Aquarium ticket per packet picked up, valid for entry only on the day of the in-person 5K race – March 7, 2026.

Race Day – Saturday, March 7

6:00 AM – 7:30 AM
Oceans Ballroom – Georgia Aquarium
246 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313

Please Note: Packet pick-upends promptly at 7:30 AM on race day. It is your responsibility to collect your items on time. We will not delay the race start.

For virtual participants unable to attend packet pick-up, your race packet will be shipped starting the week after the in-person race.