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Grand Prix Cross Country 5K - Atlanta

Name: Grand Prix Cross Country 5K - Atlanta
Start: 2026-10-13
End: 2026-10-13
Location: Atlanta

Atlanta, United States • 13 Oct 2026

Grand Prix Cross Country 5K - Atlanta

The Grand Prix Cross Country 5K is a club exclusive cross country race scheduled for October 13, 2026. The course distance is 5K and the location is listed as TBD. This event serves as the final race in the 2026 Atlanta Track Club Grand Prix Series before the Finale on December 12.

Entry is free for Atlanta Track Club members. Non members may participate using a guest pass. Registration opens on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Atlanta Track Club events proceed rain or shine, though lightning or other severe weather in the vicinity may result in delay or cancellation according to the club event policies.

A course time limit is enforced: 1 hour and 15 minutes, equivalent to a 25:00 minute per mile pace. For safety and enjoyment of all participants, no pets or wheeled conveyances are permitted on the course, including baby joggers or strollers, roller or inline skates, and bicycles.

The event page notes a partnership with Runna that offers personalized training plans and two weeks free when using code ATC. A 2025 course map is referenced for course layout. Event sponsors include Dasani and Garmin. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Georgia Atlanta

Race information

Registration

5 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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