The Peachtree City Classic 5K/15K

The 2026 Peachtree City Classic is officially live and now accepting registrations for both our 5K and Open 15K events! Both courses are USATF-certified, with the Open 5K serving as a Peachtree Road Race Qualifier and the Open 15K proudly designated as an RRCA State Championship Event.

This year marks our 46th anniversary. Since its inception in 1981, the Peachtree City Classic has been a beloved tradition and cornerstone event in Peachtree City, Georgia, bringing runners together for decades of competition, community, and celebration.

Our courses truly showcase the best of Peachtree City. Runners will enjoy miles of scenic, paved golf cart paths that wind past lakes, through charming tunnels, over bridges, and alongside the city’s beautiful greenbelt areas. It’s no surprise Georgia Athlete Magazine named it the Best Course. With nearly 80% of participants returning year after year, the Peachtree City Classic delivers an unforgettable race experience you won’t want to miss.

Overall awards to top 3 M/F in Open and Masters for all races.

Overall awards will be determined by GUN TIME. Age group awards and official time will be based on CHIP TIME.

Awards to the top 3 M/F in the following age groups: 10 & under (5K Only), 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85 and over.

There will also be Corporate Challenge Team Awards.

From Atlanta – take I-85 south to exit 61, Peachtree City. Turn left onto Hwy 74 and go 11 miles to the intersection of Hwy 74 & Hwy 54. Turn left onto Hwy 54, at third traffic light turn right onto Peachtree Parkway. Follow traffic control. 

** THERE IS NO ENTRANCE TO THE FRED AMPHITHEATER FROM HWY 74 -- YOU MUST ENTER FROM PEACHTREE PARKWAY AND MCINTOSH TRAIL **

There is parking at The Fred Ampitheater and Huddleston Elementary School for vendors, race participants, and volunteers. After 7:45 a.m., overflow Parking will be sent to Hella and Mobile Storage (200/201 Kelly Drive, Peachtree City). We will provide a shuttle service.

Can I get a refund?

No refunds are permitted. Should the event be postponed or cancelled due to Covid and/or weather, we will allow one (1) deferral to the next Classic race, or we switch to a virtual race format.

Can you mail my t-shirt?

No, we cannot mail race packets to participants. You must come to the Expo to pick up your race packet.

Can I run with my dog?

No. We prioritize the safety of our athletes (and your pet). Our race is too large to run safely with a dog. 

Can I run with a stroller? 

Strollers are permitted, but please use caution. Be courteous to runners around you, stay to the right side of the path, and allow faster runners to pass safely.

What’s this about a medal?

Yes! We now have finisher medals. Our finisher medals will be given to all those who finish the live 5K and 15K races.

Can I pick up my friends’ or another family member’s shirt?

Not a problem. Please bring a copy of the race participants ID and Email Confirmation at Packet Pick-up. If it’s a large group, please email us ahead of time so we can bundle your shirts together for a smooth delivery experience.

I’m a part of a cross-country team – Do you give any team/group discounts?

Please email us at peachtreecityclassic@gmail.com for more information regarding team/group discounts.

Do I have to wear a mask?

Participants are welcome to wear a mask. However, masks are NOT required.

I have a business and would like to participate at the EXPO.

If you are interested in participating, please email peachtreecityclassic@gmail.com We will send you all the details. Thank you in advance for your interest!

Why no Virtual Option?

Due to the popularity of our live races and our limited volunteer availability, The Classic will no longer be offering a virtual option.

Virtual Races became extremely popular during the 2020 Pandemic. When all other races were cancelled, The PTC Classic was able to carry on using the virtual race option. We are so grateful for all who participated in our previous virtual races and apologize for any inconvenience.

I have a business and I want to pay for my employees to run. How can I do that?

There is a separate category during the registration process for our Corporate Challenge. To get started, you will need to establish a Team Captain. From there, the team captain can designate how many employees to “gift registrations to” or “take a percentage off” each employee’s registration fee. And much, much more!

For more information, please contact Race Director Shelly Collins at peachtreecityclassic@gmail.com . She will be glad to walk you through the process.

For the safety of our participants, headphones are strongly discouraged. If you choose to run with a baby jogger, please keep right and start towards the back of the crowd. No motorized vehicles/wheelchairs due to narrow cart paths.

No dogs are permitted on the course, with the exception of support animals.

The early bird gets the worm, or in this case, the right shirt size!

Please register by September 15th to GAURANTEE your Shirt Size. We will have a table available after the race to offer a shirt swap (if sizes are available).

Friday, October 16, 2026

• 4:00-8:00 P.M. Packet Pick-up
  • • Registrations are permitted but NO shirts gauranteed.

Frederick Brown Amphitheater

201 McIntosh Trail
Peachtree City, GA 30269

Saturday, October 17, 2026

• 7:00 – Live Race Day Packet Pickup Begins / Registration (Frederick Brown Amphitheater)
• 7:30 – Race Day Expo
• 8:00  –  Packet Pickup Ends
• 8:30 – Open 5K Start
• 8:45 – Open 15K Start
• 10:00 – 5K Awards Ceremony (time approximate)
• 10:30 – 15K Awards Ceremony (time approximate)
  
  

Be part of the excitement at the Peachtree City Classic by volunteering! Whether it’s cheering on runners, handing out water, or helping behind the scenes, your support makes a huge difference. Plus, you'll get to experience the energy of race day up close. Join us and be a key part of one of Peachtree City's favorite events! 

Please contact Kris Mossburg at kmossburg70@gmail.com.

Fitness walkers are welcome in all our events! However, you must maintain a 15-minute-per-mile pace or faster. Please note that all race courses will close at 11:00 A.M. to allow roads to reopen. If you're walking the 15K, be sure to consider this time limit. For your safety, if you are unable to meet the cut-off time, our sag wagon will pick you up and remove you from the course.