Name: 8th Annual River Run for Hope
Start: 2017-06-03T07:00:00-04:00
Location: 675 Riverside Rd, Roswell, GA 30075, United States, St. Andrew Catholic Church

The 8th annual River Run for Hope 5K/10K/1Mile takes place on a mostly flat, certified course along the scenic Chattahoochee River in late Spring. The race starts with a special blessing and finishes with great crowds motivating you to sprint to the finish line. The River Run for Hope is one of Georgia's top races. Register early!

Online registration is closed, but you can still register on Friday, June 2nd, at Big Peach Running Company in Marietta: 1062 Johnson Ferry Rd. from 11am-7pm. Or register on race day, Saturday, June 3rd, starting at 6:00am.

Registration fees

1 Mile Closed

$10.00

Nov 15 - May 31

Family Rate Closed

All family members must register in the same transaction. A discount will be applied at checkout.

$90.00

Nov 15 - May 31

10k Closed

Online registration closed

1. $30.00
  
  Nov 15 – May 17
2. $35.00
  
  May 18 – May 31

5k Closed

Online registration closed

1. $30.00
  
  Nov 15 – May 17
2. $35.00
  
  May 18 – May 31

More Info

Awards

Awards for overall and masters male and female winners, plus awards in 12 age categories. All 1 Mile Fun Run finishers receive bracelets.

Event details and schedule

Race Day registration/Packet pick up: 6:00am

10K Start: 7:00am

5K Start: 7:15am

1M Start: 7:20am

Rain or Shine. Packet Pickup Friday, June 2nd, from 11am - 7pm at Big Peach Running Company 1062 Johnson Ferry Rd Marietta, GA (Enjoy a 10% discount on all merchandise that day!) Packet Pick-up also on race day from 6:00am. Tri-blend t-shirt guaranteed to all pre-registered runners. Please no dogs allowed at the start or on the course.

FUN

Everyone will enjoy a fun-filled post race party of music, food, and prizes. Riverside Park is right next door for picnicking afterward and features a great playground and Splash Pad to keep the kids occupied! This is a family, children, pet-friendly event. Baby strollers are welcome as are walkers.

Parking

Parking is available at St. Andrew, Riverside Park, and Don White Park. Plan to arrive early to avoid the traffic!

FAQs

FUNDRAISING FAQs

How do you create a fundraising page? Download PDF for step-by-step directions on how to create a pledge page
How can I contribute someone’s fundraising page? Click on Pledge Participants on the left sidebar.
How can I share my fundraising page? Go to your fundraising page and copy the URL or share on Facebook, Twitter and Google by sharing the icons on your fundraising page.
When is the fundraising deadline to eligible for prizes? All money raised for fundraising challenges must be in by July 15 at 12 pm.

RACE FAQs

How do I create a team? Download PDF for step-by-step directions on how to create a team.
How do I find and join a team? Download PDF for step-by-step directions on how to find and join your team.
I've already registered. Can I still join a team? To join a team after registering please click the contact button in the upper right hand corner of the page or call 1-855-969-5515.

COURSE MAP

5K

Starts at St Andrew Church at 675 Riverside Rd, Roswell — proceed east on Riverside Rd. At around 1.5 miles turn right into the Martin Landings Tennis Club. Continue a short distance until you reach the turnaround point. At the turnaround go back to Riverside Rd, turn left (west) and continue west on Riverside Rd until you reach the entrance/finish line at St Andrew Church.

10K

Starts at St Andrew Church at 675 Riverside Rd, Roswell -- proceed east on Riverside Rd. At around 2.5 miles veer slightly right onto Old Riverside Rd and continue east until Old Riverside intersects Riverside Rd; at the intersection turn right (east) and continue about 500 feet to theturnaround. At the turnaround continue west on Riverside Rd until you reach the entrance/finish line at St Andrew Church.