A Merry Christmas Run 5K/10K/13.1 Atlanta 2026
Participants run or walk a 5K, 10K, or half-marathon route along the trail in capped waves. The event operates without timing chips or complex setups, featuring on-site coordinators to support participants, while official timing remains optional. Registrants receive a finisher's medal, a finisher's towel or giveaway, and a running shirt shipped directly to their home address.
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Tips & Advice
- Register early because each wave is capped and closes as soon as it fills; sold-out participants can use the waitlist or virtual option.
- Email your preferred wave to the organizer, since waves are assigned first come, first served.
- Enter your complete, accurate US mailing address, including any apartment number, so your shirt can be shipped correctly.
- If registering close to the event, wear a suitable running shirt because your event shirt may arrive after the run.
- Bring a fitness app or tracking device if you want to record your own time; timing is optional.
Special Events & Promotions
- Optional virtual run can be completed at a place and time of the participant’s choosing.
- Optional technical running shirts are available as an upgrade.
- Race bundle discount for signing up for more races.
- Participants can request a wave; waves are capped and filled first come, first served.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can take part, and can participants walk?
All paces and ages are welcome; participants under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. You can run or walk.
Should I register ahead of time?
Each wave has a participant cap and closes when full. If all waves sell out, you can join the waitlist or choose the virtual run.
How does timing work?
Timing is optional. Track your time with a fitness app and submit it for online results, or ask the coordinators to help keep track.
What do participants receive, and how is the race bib collected?
Registration includes a running shirt shipped to your US mailing address, a finisher’s towel or giveaway, a medal, a digital training pack, and online results and a completion certificate. Race bibs are provided on race day; there is no packet pickup.
Can I participate virtually or register close to the event?
The virtual option can be completed at a place and time of your choosing, with results submitted to receive a medal. Late registrations are accepted, but the shirt may arrive after the run.
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