Get Active with buckheadWALKS! and buckheadRUN!

ATLANTA – April 11, 2024 – The arrival of spring also brings opportunities for fun and fitness from Livable Buckhead during its two major fitness-focused events – buckheadRUN! and buckheadWALKS!.

buckheadRUN!, Livable Buckhead’s sixth annual 5K race, returns on Saturday, May 4. The race is part of Buckhead Village District’s Bodacious Blooms festival, a three-day celebration of spring featuring larger-than-life floral installations and community-wide events. Runners are encouraged to dress in flower-themed garb, and prizes will be given to the best adult and youth costumes.

buckheadRUN! is open to runners of all ages and abilities. In addition to awards for the fastest runners in various age groups, buckheadRUN! includes a “Fastest Fido” category, a pre-race hype event and post-race celebration. Top male and female runners will win a $250 gift card for Big Peach Running Co., a $100 Simon gift card for Lenox Square, and a one-night stay for two and breakfast at Three Arches at Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta. The “Fastest Fido” earns a one-year membership to Fetch Park Buckhead. buckheadRUN! registration is $45 for adults and $25 for children.

The race takes place during opening weekend of buckheadWALKS!, a four-week walk challenge where Buckhead residents and workers compete for prizes -- on their own or as part of a team – by walking as many steps as possible and joining additional activities including scavenger hunts and Buckhead walking tours. buckheadWALKS! registration is open to anyone who lives or works in Buckhead.

The winning buckheadWALKS! team earns a $250 Simon gift card. The individual who earns the most points will receive a two-night stay at InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta and dinner for two at the Americano, a one-year family membership to Atlanta History Center and a $100 lululemon gift card.

buckheadRUN! and buckheadWALKS! are sponsored by Audi Atlanta, Dental Implant & Aesthetic Specialists, Oldcastle APG, Buckhead Coalition, Buckhead Community Improvement District, Buckhead Village District, Coro Realty, Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta & The Americano, Netwise and Simon Properties – Lenox Square.

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About Livable Buckhead

Livable Buckhead is a nonprofit organization that strives to ensure the long-term viability and prosperity of the Buckhead community. The organization achieves its mission by working cooperatively with individuals, public entities and private businesses to integrate sustainable strategies. Livable Buckhead implements programs related to greenspace, recycling, energy efficiency, commute alternatives, arts and culture, real estate development and land use. For more information about Livable Buckhead and its programs, visit livablebuckhead.org.