Join Historic Oakland Foundation for the 14th ANNUAL RUN LIKE HELL
(Live and Virtual) 5K! The largest cemetery run in the country, Run
Like Hell is one of ATLANTAS FAVORITE NEIGHBORHOOD 5K FUNDRAISERS,
with all proceeds going to the restoration and preservation of
Historic Oakland Cemetery. This year's race returns with both a live
and a virtual format, with an extended run to allow for physical
distancing and expanded access. The in-person portion of the 5K will
take place at Oakland Cemetery on October 9th at 9:00 AM. Please plan
to arrive at least 30 min before race time to stretch and get ready to
run. The race winds through the roadways of the historic cemetery, and
also highlights the Memorial Drive Greenway down to the state capitol.
The keyhole course is entirely paved and gently rolling with soft
turns. Virtual Race The virtual 5K will run from September 24 to
October 8th - runners can complete the 5K inside the Cemetery or along
any route that equals 5K any time between those dates, recording and
submitting their times. Submitted times are then uploaded to our
leaderboard for the chance to win prizes. A suggested 5K route map
inside the Cemetery will be provided for those wanting to have the
real Run Like Hell experience. Additional Race Information All runners
will receive a commemorative Run Like Hell 5K t-shirt and will have
the chance to win awards and prizes. Runners, joggers, and walkers of
all levels are welcome. Leashed dogs and strollers are always welcome
in the cemetery. Historic Oakland Foundation members receive $5 off
their Run Like Hell entry. Contact mfernandez@oaklandcemetery.com for
the promo code to be used during online registration. PACKET PICKUP
Packets include your official Run Like Hell 5K shirt, instructions to
participate, and special offers from our community partners. Thursday,
October 7, Noon - 6 p.m. at Big Peach Midtown Friday, October 8, Noon
- 6 p.m. at Big Peach Decatur Race day packet pick-up begins at 7:30
AM. Please note that we will not be accepting race day registrations
for the 2021 5K. Virtual 5K runners who have registered by September 9
can choose to have their shirt mailed to them directly or can opt to
pick up their packet at the Oakland Cemetery Bell Tower on Thursday,
September 23, 3 - 6 p.m. Otherwise your packet will be available for
pickup at the October 7 & 8 Big Peach packet pickups. PARKING Limited
parking is available in the Oakland Cemetery parking lot. We also
encourage you to use MARTA when visiting the site (King Memorial MARTA
Station is a short walk from Oakland Cemetery) FUNDRAISING All
proceeds from Run Like Hell benefit Historic Oakland Foundation's
mission to preserve, restore, enhance, and share Oakland Cemetery,
where ATLANTA'S HISTORY COMES ALIVE. Help us to fundraise beyond the
entry fee. Like everyone, HOF was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Last year, the Foundation was unable to hold events and tours, the
Visitors Center was shuttered, and we werent able to generate the same
revenue that allows us to keep Oakland beautiful. As a Run Like Hell
5K fundraiser, you can help HOF raise $5,000 for general operations by
donating as you complete your registration and/or by collecting
sponsorships. AWARDS Awards will be given to the overall male and
female, the overall Masters male and female and top three male and
female age group winners in 14 age groups from 10 & under to 70 &
over. Join Historic Oakland Cemetery on Facebook Live on October 9 at
12 PM for our virtual awards ceremony! T-SHIRTS All registered runners
will receive a commemorative Halloween-themed Run Like Hell cotton
t-shirt, with the option to upgrade to performance-wear material.
VIRTUAL HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST Get into the spirit of the season
and join the Run Like Hell costume contest! Submit a photo of you
running in your costume to mfernandez@oaklandcemetery.com by 12:00 PM
October 8 and we'll post it on our Facebook for voting. Prizes will be
awarded to the most creative costumes in the following categories:
Best Adult Male, Best Adult Female, Best Group, Best Dog Note: there
will be no on-site costume contest, and costume contest photos should
be submitted prior to the race for entry into the contest. OTHER
PRIZES Snap a photo of yourself running in your Run Like Hell t-shirt
and submit it to mfernandez@oaklandcemetery.com by 5:00 PM on October
9 to be entered to win exclusive Oakland prizes! Share the photo on
Instagram or Facebook with the hashtag #RunLikeHell5K and tag
@oaklandcemetery to earn more entries for the drawing. Event details
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