Kirkwood Spring Fling 5K Road Race
About the Event
Lace up and join us for the Kirkwood Spring Fling 5K—a community favorite that celebrates fitness, fun, and the vibrant spirit of Kirkwood! This scenic run takes you through one of Atlanta’s most charming neighborhoods, featuring tree-lined streets, historic homes, colorful murals, and plenty of local cheer.
Whether you’re chasing a personal best or enjoying a relaxed jog, this fast yet challenging course offers something for everyone. The race is officially timed by On Time Results and is a qualifier for the AJC Peachtree Road Race, so bring your best stride!
Expect the full Atlanta spring experience—Heat, Hills, and Humidity—and soak in the energy of neighbors and local businesses along the way.
Top Finisher Age Groups: Overall, 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Awards: Three deep: male and female in all categories, with overall male and female winners. Top finishers in each category will receive a coveted Kirkwood Spike Award. Adults in costume, with strollers, or dogs will also vie for special prizes from local Kirkwood Businesses!
T-Shirts: Extremely comfortable cotton blend race t-shirts will be distributed at packet pickup and day of race. Be sure to choose the size you prefer; we can only swap sizes after the race and options will be limited.
Parking: There are no officially designated areas for parking. We ask that all race attendees arrive early enough to walk to registration and the race start from areas around the neighborhood. Please be mindful of the main festival surrounding Bessie Branham Park as certain roads will be closed or have limited access. Please refer to the race course map (link below) to determine which neighborhood areas are ideal parking for your situation.
Packet Pick-up Locations and Time:
- Thursday May 14, 4-6 pm at Fleet Feet 431 located at W Ponce de Leon Ave #1, Decatur, GA 30030
- Friday May 15, 4-6 pm at Finally Wine located at 2033 Hosea L Williams Dr NE Ste B, Atlanta, GA 30317
- Saturday May 16, 7-8 am at the Kirkwood Library Parking Lot located at 11 Kirkwood Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30317
MapMyRun Course Map
Join fellow runners on May 16, 2026 for the Kirkwood Spring Fling 5K Road Race. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Atlanta.
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2026 Kirkwood Spring Fling 5K
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Kirkwood Spring Fling 5K Road Race takes place in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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