the christmas in july 5k

Who says you can’t celebrate Christmas in July when the weather is warm? Break out your Santa, Mrs. Claus, Elf and Reindeer tank tops and meet us in Piedmont Park for the Christmas in July 5k! We’ll have a DJ and to put us in a festive mood, along with a holiday-themed photo booth if you want to get your Christmas Card photos finished early this year. Each participant will receive a super-soft tee.

wHERE AND WHEN?

Our USATF Certified Course and Peachtree Qualifier is located completely within beautiful Piedmont Park in popular Midtown, Atlanta.

Join us on Sunday, July 24th for our 8am race celebrating Christmas on our own terms! 

EVENT DESCRIPTION

Who says you can’t celebrate Christmas when the weather is warm? Break out your Santa, Mrs. Claus, Elf and Reindeer tank tops and meet us in Piedmont Park for the Christmas in July 5k! We’ll have a DJ and to put us in a festive mood, along with a holiday-themed photo booth if you want to get your Christmas Card photos finished early this year. Each participant will receive a super-soft tee.

Awads breakdown: First Place Overall male/female, First Place Masters male/female, and 3 deep in each age group – Men/Women <10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. 

Early Number Pickup:

There will be NO early number pickup for this event.

Parking:

MARTA, rideshare, biking, and walking to the event are encouraged. There is limited street parking in the area, and paid lots closeby. You can find parking map HERE. 

Race Day Schedule:

  • 7:00AM – RACE DAY REG AND PICKUP OPENS
  • 8:00AM – RACE STARTS
  • 9:30AM – AWARDS

FAQ's

What is the awards-breakdown?

First Place Overall male/female, First Place Masters male/female, and 3 deep in each age group – Men/Women <10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. 

Parking?

MARTA, rideshare, biking, and walking to the event are encouraged. There is limited street parking in the area, and paid lots closeby.

Race Day Schedule?
  • 7:00AM – RACE DAY REG AND PICKUP OPENS
  • 8:00AM – RACE STARTS
  • 9:30AM – AWARDS
Price Increases?

Early Bird – $25

6/1/22 – $30

7/1/22 – $35

Race Day – $40

Email us at info@runhorizon.com for questions about the event, sponsorship, or volunteering.