Run for Research 5K
About this race
Join us for our largest fundraiser of the year - "RaceTrac's Run for Research 5K" - in support of The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research! This family-friendly event, which will be held in RaceTrac's hometown of Atlanta, is open to runners and walkers of all levels. All proceeds, including 100% of registration fees, will go directly to fund The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s support of Parkinson's research. There will be free food, prizes, music and more at this event.
The theme is “RACE FOR FOX IN YOUR CRAZIEST SOCKS!” It’s time to break out those neon, knee-high, polka dotted socks you’ve been saving for a special occasion. The crazier the socks, the better - as long as they aren’t smelly!
There’s also a fundraising component through the Michael J. Fox Foundation that participants can select during registration to create teams with your friends and families and raise money for the cause!More than 10 million people worldwide are living with Parkinson's disease today, so lace up your shoes and show your support!
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Running
5K Run/Walk
USATF Certified Course #GA18016DJ
1K Run/Walk
1K Run/Walk (12 & Under)
Virtual 5K
Virtual 5K with Shirt
Typical race-day weather
Based on 13 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Atlanta.
About Atlanta
Run for Research 5K takes place in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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