Sandy Springs Education Force's 5K/10K - Saturday, October 24, 2026 Registration includes a t-shirt, finisher medals and awards for adults and kids. Not a runner? You can support SSEF whether or not you participate. Tap HERE to donate! Sandy Springs Education Force's Lightning 5K/10K is a fast, flat course and an official Peachtree qualifier! Every step helps boost educational programs for public school students in Sandy Springs. Form a school, neighborhood or corporate team and enjoy the race (and the celebration after)! DEADLINE: October 10 to guarantee a T-shirt (EXTENDED through October 12) Your registration fee helps Sandy Springs Education Force provide targeted learning support and outreach programs that will make a difference for public school students! REGISTRATION FEE (includes race t-shirt and finisher medal): Now until July 30, 2026: $40 for 10K and $30 for 5K Now until October 24: $45 for 10K and $35 for 5K Day of Race - $50 for 10K and $40 for 5K DAY OF RACE TIMELINE 6:30 am Registration Opens (We strongly recommend picking up your bib and t-shirt at packet pickup. See details below.) 7:45 am 10K Start 7:55 am 5K Start PACKET PICKUP Location TBD YOUR SUPPORT MAKES A DIFFERENCE Help Us Bridge the Academic Gap - Keep Students On Track for Academic Success Sandy Springs Education Force (SSEF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and enriching the lives of public school students in Sandy Springs in coordination with school administrators. STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math), literacy, after-school, tutoring and mentoring programs address critical needs. Financially vulnerable students thrive from these programs during the school year and summer.
5K: T-Shirt
10K: T-Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $30.00 | May 18 | Jul 29 |
| $35.00 | Jul 30 | Oct 23 | |
| $40.00 | Oct 24 | Oct 24 | |
| 10K | $40.00 | May 18 | Jul 29 |
| $45.00 | Jul 30 | Oct 23 | |
| $50.00 | Oct 24 | Oct 24 |
There are four areas available to park. We suggest coming from Lake Forrest since Mt. Vernon will begin to be shut down at Lake Forrest Drive as the race start approaches. A small section of Lake Forrest will be shut down between the 6100 Century East Building Entrance and Mt. Vernon. (1) Main Parking: Century Springs West business parking lot at 6100 Lake Forrest Dr. (Watch for marked spots for building customers. Please do not park in customer spots.) (2) Along Mt. Vernon Rd. there are limited
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