5K RUN, WALK & STROLLER ROLL

Join us for the 5th Annual 5K Run, Walk & Stroller Roll!

Mark your calendar for Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the Riverside EpiCenter in Austell, Georgia, for a high-energy, family-friendly event designed for all fitness levels. Whether you’re running, walking, strolling with little ones, or bringing your four-legged friend, everyone is welcome!

A stroller or child is NOT required—just come ready to move and have fun!

 
🎉 Event Highlights
🎶 Live Music
Enjoy high-energy performances that will keep you motivated all morning.

⏱ Chip-Timed Race
Every step counts with official race timing for participants.

👕 Participant Perks
All registered participants receive a commemorative race t-shirt, a finisher medal, and a bag of fresh fruit.
Register by June 28, 2026, to guarantee your t-shirt!

🎁 Wellness Village, Vendors & Giveaways
Stick around after the race and explore our Wellness Village, featuring local businesses, health resources, fitness vendors, and exciting giveaways.
Not participating in the race? No problem! The Wellness Village is FREE and open to the public—so invite a friend and come out to shop, connect, and support the community.

📸 Free Race Photos
Download and share your favorite race-day moments at no cost.

⭐ Special Guests
Look out for surprise appearances throughout the event!

👟 Kids’ Fun Runs
Kids can join the excitement with a 1-Mile Run and a toddler-friendly 50-Meter Dash.

 
🕒 Race Categories & Start Times
Kids 1-Mile Run (Ages 5–12): 7:30 AM
5K Run/Walk & Stroller Roll: 8:00 AM EDT
Toddler 50-Meter Dash: Immediately following the awards ceremony (no registration required; medal is not guaranteed)
 
❤️ About the Cause
Hosted by It Starts With Me 2, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting healthy living for the entire family. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in our communities through education, nutrition, and physical fitness.

 
🚗 Parking & Location
Free parking is available adjacent to the start line
Overflow parking is available at Word of Faith Cathedral (across the street)
 
🎨 Make It Fun!
Get creative—decorate your strollers and dress your children in fun costumes to add to the excitement!

 
⚠️ Registration Notes
Children riding in strollers are FREE with a paid adult registration (no need to register the child)
On-site registration increases by $5
 
🎯 Don’t Miss It!
This isn’t just a race—it’s a celebration of health, family, and community.
Sign up today, invite a friend, and plan to stay for the full experience!

We have 2 options for you:

1. Race morning beginning at 6:30 AM
2. Pickup at South Cobb Burn Boot Camp (1355 East-West Connector, Austell, GA 30106), next to Hobby Lobby).
   • Friday, July 10, 2026: 6A-8A and 6P-8P

Riverside EpiCenter is located at 135 Riverside Parkway Austell GA 30168

Riverside EpiCenter is conveniently located 10 minutes from downtown Atlanta and 15 minutes from Hartsfield Jackson International Airport, nestled in the heart of a thriving residential community and a business district just off Interstate 20 in west Atlanta.

There is plenty of FREE parking in the EpiCenter parking lot, next to the start line. When the parking lot is full, you can park at Word of Faith Cathedral, right across the street. 

Stroller awards will be presented to individuals in the following categories:

• TOP 3 MALES & TOP 3 FEMALES 
• 1st, 2nd, 3rd PLACE MALE & FEMALE: 12 and under
• 1st, 2nd, 3rd PLACE MALE & FEMALE: 13-19
• 1st, 2nd, 3rd PLACE MALE & FEMALE: 20-29
• 1st, 2nd, 3rd PLACE MALE & FEMALE: 30-39
• 1st, 2nd, 3rd PLACE MALE & FEMALE: 40-49
• 1st, 2nd, 3rd PLACE MALE & FEMALE: 50-59
• 1st, 2nd, 3rd PLACE MALE & FEMALE: 60-69
• 1st, 2nd, 3rd PLACE MALE & FEMALE: 70+
   

• BIGGEST GROUP AWARD (Team must comprise of 8 or more members to qualify)

Note: We will not mail finisher medals or awards.

RACE START/FINISH LOCATION 

The Start & Finish will be in the EpiCenter parking lot. (135 Riverside Parkway Austell, GA 30168)

RACE TIME LIMIT
This USATF Certified 5K course has a 1-hour time limit (19-minute mile pace). The course will close once 1 hour has passed.  The course time limit will go into effect as the last wave of runners and walkers crosses the start line. COURSE TIME LIMITS WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED. PLEASE ensure that you are prepared to walk, jog, or run the course within the time limit.

This race is also a Peachtree Road Race is a Peachtree Qualifier. 

HYDRATION STATIONS 
Water will be placed approximately at the 1.5-mile mark and the Finish line. 

There are no on-course restrooms. Restrooms are located in the EpiCenter.

Regardless of the quality of the stroller, you need to make sure your baby is safe at all times. Here are some easy tips to help you achieve this goal:

• It is important to stay close to your baby. You should not leave him/her unattended on the stroller. You should always be careful while hanging toys from a jogging stroller bumper bar. Toys should be securely fastened.
• Your baby’s harness and seat belt should always be buckled up. When you take the baby for a stroller ride, always fasten the safety belts. Engage the stroller brakes when you stop the stroller.
• Just like toys, you should store belongings properly. They shouldn’t hang freely from the handlebar. Hanging items can cause the stroller to tip over. While folding the stroller, you should be cautious. You need to make sure the baby is away from the stroller. Small fingers can easily get caught in the hinges. Before putting your baby in the stroller, you need to make sure the wheels are locked.
• During the summer season, you should keep the stroller out of the Sun. This may cause metal and plastic pieces to become excessively hot. In case you leave the stroller under the Sun, you should check the surface before putting the baby in it.
• Look out for recalls — these happen when several injuries or hazards are reported about a product. Examples include detaching wheels, collapsing frames, faulty seat belts, failing brakes, and risk of entrapment. The Consumer Protection Safety Committee regularly reports recalled products. This is a reliable source to review before purchasing a stroller.
• Jogging strollers are designed for bigger kids, not for newborns. Using an infant car seat with a jogging stroller doesn’t help either. Yes, there is a certain temptation to use a jogging stroller under 6 months, but we should follow the safety rules. Your child must be able to sit without support and hold his/her head unassisted.  Parents who are eager to exercise with their babies under 6 months, can get a jogging stroller with a compatible newborn carrycot/bassinet. You still can’t jog with it, but you can certainly do weight loss walking and strollnetics exercises.