Miles For Smiles 5K Walk/Run

Miles For Smiles 5K Walk/Run is held in Atlanta, Georgia, on October 24, 2026, starting at 9 a.m. The program is a single 5K, 3.1 miles, open to walkers and runners, which keeps the morning short and the logistics simple.

Think of a 5K in this format as a training day with a bib on. If you are in the middle of a longer build, race it hard and use the result to set paces for the rest of your block, since a recent 5K time is the most reliable input for interval work. If you are starting out, walking the distance is entirely acceptable and takes about 45 to 50 minutes at a brisk pace. Either way, arrive early enough to jog ten easy minutes beforehand, because a 5K hurts most in the first half mile when you start cold.