Elevate 5K 2026

The Elevate 5K 2026 takes place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at George Pierce Park on 55 Buford Hwy NE in Suwanee, Georgia, USA. Hosted by the Gwinnett Pearls of Service Foundation, Inc. in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Upsilon Alpha Omega Chapter, this fourth annual event features a 5K walk/run for ages 13 and older, as well as a Kids Fun Run of 1.5K (approximately 1 mile) for ages 12 and under. Proceeds support scholarships and community programs, with over $1 million already awarded to Gwinnett County high school students and others.

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

• Schedule: Opening ceremony and warm-up begin at 7:00 AM, with the 5K race starting at 7:30 AM.
• Packet Pickup: Available at multiple locations and dates including George Pierce Park and Big Peach Running Co. in Suwanee. Race day pickup is also available from 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM.
• Shirt Guarantee: Registrations completed by May 1 guarantee a shirt during early packet pickup. Registrations by May 15 guarantee a shirt on race day. Late registrations after May 3 will have race day pickup only.
• Finisher Medals: All in-person 5K participants, virtual 5K participants, and Kids Fun Run participants receive a finisher medal.
• Course Certification: The 5K course is USATF certified and is an official Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race qualifier.
• Timing: Professional chip timing is provided by Runners Fit Race Works.
• Refund Policy: All registrations are final with no refunds.
• Pets: No pets are allowed at the event.

Route and Atmosphere:

• Scenic Highlights: George Pierce Park in Suwanee offers a scenic, well-maintained course suitable for both competitive runners and casual walkers.
• Virtual Option: Participants can run virtually from anywhere and still receive a race shirt and finisher medal.
• Community Impact: Proceeds support scholarships for Gwinnett County high school students and other community programs, continuing a legacy of more than $1 million in giving.
• Family-Friendly: The Kids Fun Run (1.5K) is designed for ages 12 and under, encouraging family participation and youth engagement.
• Sponsors: Event sponsors include Twan L. Leonard CPA Accounting & Tax Services, Plateau Event Productions, Inc., and Walmart.
• Social Media: Participants are encouraged to share photos using #Elevate5k and #UAOElevate on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
• Ceremony: An opening ceremony and group warm-up kick off the morning, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose.

The Elevate 5K 2026 combines a professionally timed, certified course with a powerful mission of scholarship and community support, inviting runners, walkers, and families to elevate their impact one step at a time in Suwanee, Georgia.