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Livable Buckhead’s 5K Returns On May 4th
buckheadRUN!, Livable Buckhead’s sixth annual 5K, returns on Saturday, May 4. Once again, this year’s race is part of Buckhead Village District’s Bodacious Blooms festival, a four-day celebration of spring featuring larger-than-life floral installations and community-wide events.
Livable Buckhead is encouraging runners of all ages and abilities to join the fun and to bring their four-legged friends with them. In addition to awards for the fastest runners in various age groups, buckheadRUN! includes a “Fastest Fido” category, bandana giveaways for dogs, a pre-race hype event and post-race celebration. Runners are also encouraged to celebrate spring by dressing in flower-themed costumes and garb. Livable Buckhead will award prizes for the best flower costumes.
This year’s field of runners will follow a new USA Track and Field-certified course that begins at Lenox Square, follows PATH400 to Miami Circle then takes Piedmont Rd. and East Paces Ferry Rd. to Buckhead Village. buckheadRUN! is a 2025 Peachtree Road Race qualifier.
buckheadRUN! registration is $35 for adults and $15 for children. Registration increases to $45 for adults and $25 for children after April 12. Awards will be given to the top male and female in eight divisions, and all registered runners will receive a commemorative t-shirt following the race. The “Fastest Fido” award will go to the fastest dog in the race.
The day before buckheadRUN!, volunteers of all ages are invited to decorate the PATH400 section of the race course with chalk art flowers. Volunteers will meet at the East Paces Ferry Rd. entrance to PATH400 at 3 p.m. on Friday, May 3.
How does it work?
Start Time: 8:00am EST
End Time: 10:00am EST
Price: $45 Adult Race Fee ($25 for 14 and under) + registration fee
DESCRIPTION AND REGISTRATION
7:00AM Check-in and bib pickup opens (orange Livable Buckhead tent)
7:00AM Pre-race selfie station, vendors and interactive chalk art installation opens
7:45AM Lineup and race warm up
8:00AM Race begins
9:30AM Awards at Buckhead Village District
- After the race: Buckhead Village District and Lenox Square restaurants will provide drink and brunch specials beginning at 10AM. The Bodacious Blooms Festival opens at 10AM.
PACKETS
T-shirts and race bibs will be available for early pick up on:
Race Packet Pick Up: Lenox Square (3393 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326)
Date: Tuesday April 30, 2024
Time: 4:00pm to 6:30pm
Location: Inside main entrance at tables located in-between UGG and adidas stores
Race Packet Pick Up: Big Peach Running Co. (705 Town Boulevard Ste. Q340, Brookhaven, GA 30319)
Date: Thursday May 2, 2024
Time: 4:00pm to 7:00pm
PARKING
Free parking is available at Lenox Square, in the Bloomingdale’s deck near the dining pavilion. Please use the East Paces Ferry Road entrance, by the Lenox MARTA station. We also encourage you to use MARTA when visiting Buckhead (Lenox Station is a short walk from the start of our planned route). When routing with GPS please use the address for Hyatt Centric Buckhead (3301 Lenox Pkwy Atlanta Ga, 30326) Park at the Lenox Square parking deck that is directly across the street from Hyatt Centric.
COURSE INFO
buckheadRUN! is a fun 3.1 miles through the Buckhead core. The 5K USATF Certified course begins at Lenox Square and takes you to PATH400, through the Miami Circle arts district, north on Piedmont Road, and ending Buckhead Village District. A water station will be available where PATH400 meets Miami Circle.
SHUTTLE SERVICE
The Buc shuttle will provide free rides between Lenox Square and Buckhead Village District, starting at 8:30am and running until noon. Your furry running mates are welcome on the Buc during this time.
Awards and T-shirts
AWARDS
Medals will be given to the top male & female for the following ages 14 & Under, 15-25, 26-35, 36-45, 46-55, 56+, masters and overall winners both male & female.
PRIZES
Top overall female and male finishers:
- $250.00 gift card for Big Peach Running Co.
- $100.00 gift card for Lenox Square – Simon
- One-night stay for two at the Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta and breakfast at Three Arches
Fastest Fido: One-year membership to Fetch Park Buckhead
Most inspirational (oldest) runner:
- Silver Sneakers gift bag
- One three-month senior adult membership to the Carl E. Sanders Family YMCA Buckhead
Best adult costume:
- One three-month adult membership Carl E. Sanders Family YMCA Buckhead
- Two free passes to the Atlanta History Museum
- Tote bag and tumbler from Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta
Best youth costume:
- One three-month family membership Carl E. Sanders Family YMCA Buckhead
- Two free passes to the Atlanta History Museum
- Tote bag and tumbler from Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta
T-SHIRTS
All registered runners will receive a commemorative t-shirt. Children’s sizes are available.
FITTEST FIDO AWARD
Bring your favorite four-legged friend and compete for the fittest and fastest pup in the race. Fun giveaways will be available for your best paw pal.
Please note: While we love all pups, please refrain from bringing your four-legged friends if they’re not up to the walk/run or aren’t great with crowds. All dogs must be kept on a 6ft or shorter leash and dog owners are responsible for picking up after their pets. Dogs must be current on the following vaccinations: DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies and Leptospirosis. Dogs must be at least four months old.
Buckhead Run Club
Livable Buckhead and the Buckhead community has created the best running club in the city. This run club is open to all levels. Run, walk or even cartwheel – we just want to see you out on PATH400! The Buckhead Run + Walk Club is a great opportunity to get into a weekly running routine or simply enjoy the safety of a group run, join us every Tuesday at 6:00pm at Citizens Market/Phipps Plaza (3500 Peachtree Road NE Atlanta GA 30326) for this weekly run.
Lace up your running shoes and cruise an easy three miles with us as we explore Buckhead and PATH400. All levels are welcome.
Please bring water.
Questions? Let us know!
Volunteer Opportunities
Children’s Chalk Art on PATH400
Race Day Set-up / Ambassadors / Cheer Squad
Join us to help create an amazing experience for our 5K participants. Opportunities will include set-up, race ambassadors and even just cheering racers on.
Purpose: This will be a chance for you to participate in a positive, fun, family-oriented event, promoting health and wellness while fostering a greater sense of community within Atlanta. All volunteers will receive a Livable Buckhead volunteer ball cap.
Roles: Roles will include set-up / breakdown of tents and tables, race day ambassadors to help direct participants, water station attendees, and cheer squads.
buckheadWALKS!
buckheadRUN! kicks off a month of fitness and wellness-focused programs from nonprofit Livable Buckhead known as buckheadWALKS! During May, Buckhead residents and workers compete for prizes — on their own or as part of a team – by walking as many steps as possible and participating in additional activities including scavenger hunts and Buckhead walking tours.
This challenge is open to Buckhead residents and employees of Buckhead-based businesses. During this FREE wellness challenge, you will be able to stay active, improve your physical and mental well-being, AND win prizes – all while having fun!
For the fourth year in a row, Livable Buckhead has chosen the Wellable platform as our health and wellness partner for our 2024 walk challenge. The Livable Buckhead team cannot wait to see you all again for our 7th annual walk challenge!
Additional Sponsors:
Livable Buckhead’s 2024 5K
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Congratulations To Our Winners |
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Overall Winners Female: Fernanda Mart Nez Male: Rob Desisto Jr. Overall Winners Masters Female: Kathleen Vieira Male: Brett Dettmering |
Livable Buckhead’s 2023 5K
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Congratulations To Our Winners |
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Overall Winners Female: Mar A Fernanda Martinez De La Rosa Male: Michael Smith Overall Winners Masters Female: Kyra Oliver Male: Brett Dettmering |
