The 24th annual Adams Realtors Run for the Park 5K returns Saturday, Aug. 22, kicking off Summer Shade Festival weekend with a morning run through the historic neighborhood in support of the Grant Park Conservancy.
Open to runners, walkers, strollers, and families, the 5K begins at 8 a.m., followed by a free Kids Tot Trot for ages 5 and under at 8:45 a.m.
Race day begins at 7 a.m. with registration and check-in at Zoo Atlanta’s main entrance (800 Cherokee Ave. SE). Participants can start the morning with a guided stretch led by Rene of Challenge Aerial at 7:30 a.m., followed by the National Anthem at 7:55 a.m. The certified 5K also serves as a qualifier for the Peachtree Road Race, with awards presented at 9 a.m.
After crossing the finish line, participants will receive a popsicle courtesy of King of Pops and a race T-shirt designed by noted Grant Park artist Willem Kaiser.
Participants 21 and older can show their race bib along with a valid ID to enjoy a complimentary draft beer at Dakota Blue (454 Cherokee Ave. SE, along the racecourse), courtesy of Adams Realtors.
The celebration continues at the Grant Park Conservancy Summer Shade Festival beginning at 10 a.m. Festival-goers can browse more than 140 artists and makers from across the Southeast, shop vintage vendors, grab local food and drinks, catch live music, and take in the return of Deep South Wrestling. Families can also enjoy kids’ activities and a full day in one of Atlanta’s favorite parks.
Summer Shade Festival is produced by and benefits the Grant Park Conservancy, the nonprofit organization committed to the restoration, maintenance, and beautification of historic Grant Park’s 131 acres. From trail maintenance to major restoration projects, the Conservancy works year-round to protect and improve the park for everyone who enjoys it. As its biggest fundraiser of the year, Summer Shade is one of the easiest ways to give back to the park that gives so much to Atlanta.
Additional race details and registration are available at runsignup.com/Race/GA/Atlanta/RunforthePark5K. For Summer Shade Festival updates, visit www.summershadefestival.org.
