5K for Peace - Full 5K Run Walk
External Event
Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
5K for Peace – Join Us in Moving for Justice! Lace up your shoes and join the 5K for Peace on October 10, 2026, as we walk and run together through the beautiful squares of historic downtown Savannah, Georgia. This community event welcomes people of all ages and abilities to stand together for compassion, dignity, and hope. Proceeds benefit Rooted Ummah, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting unhoused neighbors, refugees, immigrants, and displaced communities—locally and beyond. Rooted Ummah provides meals, supplies, day center services in Savannah, and resources for families rebuilding their lives after displacement. Learn more. Event Details Date: October 10, 2026 Location: Savannah, Georgia Full 5K Start Time: 9:00 AM Start/Finish Line: Forsyth Park Bandshell Family 1 Mile Start Time: 9:20 AM Start/Finish Line: Forsyth Park Bandshell Post-Event Gathering: Music, food, vendors, and community organizations. Registration Includes Official race bibCommemorative giftPledge CardDigital finish photoEntry to the post-race celebrationShort & long-sleeve T-shirts available for purchase Why Join? By participating in the 5K for Peace, runners and walkers help stand in solidarity with communities facing urgent needs in Savannah and around the world. Together, we affirm that dignity, safety, and compassion are rights every person deserves. Whether you’re running for a personal best or walking side by side with friends and family, every step you take helps protect children, support families, and bring relief to those facing hardship. Together, we can show that compassion knows no borders and that dignity, safety, and care are universal human rights. Sign up today and take a step toward a world where no one is forgotten—one stride at a time.
Typical conditions
For events around October 2026 in Savannah, GA, United States: Typical autumn conditions in this region — conditions can change quickly; confirm race-day guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Savannah, GA, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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