A Race to Remember 5K
Presented by 'A Night to Remember Foundation' Benefiting Dementia Care Needs, Regional Caring Closet, Local Grant Program, and the Alzheimer’s Association.
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Location: Rome, GA
Schedule:
- 8:00am: 5K start
- 8:15am: 1Mi. Health Walk
- 9:15am: Awards Ceremony
Join us for a memorable 5K run/walk along scenic pathways and bridges to support those affected by Alzheimer's Disease. All participants receive a t-shirt. RUN IT! WALK IT! ENJOY IT!
Theme & Teams
The theme for this year's run is 'Heroes Run'. Dress up as your favorite hero and have fun! Music will be provided.
Team Discount: Groups of 5 or more can email [email protected] for a Team Discount CODE.
Course Information
5K Course: The route travels along the beautiful Oostanaula River as an out-and-back utilizing the new trail near the Post Office. It starts and finishes at the Courtyard by Marriott Rome Riverwalk. The 5K race is FLAT, FAST, and FUN!!
Note: A revised 5K Route Map is posted at https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Rome/ARace2Remember5K. The course is certified and a Peachtree RR Qualifier.
1 Mile Health Walk
Professional Timing
The race will be professionally-timed by Wire2Wire Running, LLC, using MyLaps' R.F.I.D. technology.
T-Shirt
Comfort-soft T-Shirts designed by Lamante S. Attaud. T-SHIRT SIZE IS GUARANTEED TO THOSE WHO PRE-REGISTER BEFORE Friday, June 19, 11:00pm. Beyond that date, T-shirt size cannot be guaranteed.
Group Rates
Contact Lamante Attaud for pricing: (706) 409-2765.
Race-Day Registration
Time: 7:00am - 7:40am
Location: Front entrance of the Courtyard Marriott Rome Riverwalk hotel (320 W. 3rd Street, Rome, GA 30161).
Price: $40 for 5K, $30 for 1Mi. Walk. Day-of-Race registrants may not be guaranteed a t-shirt.
Packet Pickup
Pre-Registration Packet Pickup: Friday, June 26, from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Courtyard Marriott - Rome Riverwalk hotel (320 W. 3rd Street, Rome, GA 30161).
Race Day Packet Pickup: Saturday, June 27, beginning at 7:00 AM at the Courtyard Marriott Rome Riverwalk hotel.
Awards
5K Awards:
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd OVERALL (Male & Female): CA$H Gift Card
- 1st OVERALL MASTER (Male & Female): CA$H Gift Card
- TOP MALE and TOP FEMALE: FREE NIGHT'S STAY AT THE COURTYARD ROME RIVERWALK ($250 value). Must be 21 or older.
- Medals for 1st, 2nd, 3rd (Male & Female) in Age Groups: 10&Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70&Over
1 Mile Award:
- Fastest 6 & Under kid.
Raffle Drawings
Prizes include a one-night stay at the Fairfield Inn and other prizes.
Water Station and Post-Race Food
Water station provided along the course. Water and post-race snacks at the finish on the patio of the Marriott. Sponsor Booths available.
Parking
Available at 3rd Ave Parking Deck.
Additional Info
'A Night to Remember Foundation' has donated over $100,000 since 2015. Learn more at: www.anighttorememberromega.com
Volunteers: Email [email protected] to volunteer. Volunteers will be provided lunch.