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On August 8, 2026, runners, walkers, and spectators will gather for the 30th Anniversary of the Vinings Down Hill 5K Run for the Kids — three decades of community, fun, and fundraising for local children’s charities. Founded in 1996 by Charles Heinz, a passionate Rotarian and visionary runner, the race has grown from humble beginnings into one of Atlanta’s most beloved summer events.
The Vinings Down Hill 5K course begins at the top of Mt. Wilkinson, winds through the scenic Cumberland area, and finishes at The Lovett School, featuring a dramatic 280-foot net elevation drop that keeps runners coming back year after year. Please See Important Race Update Below.
Despite the name, it’s not entirely downhill — you’ll climb three short hills (one at the half-mile mark, another during the second mile, and one in the final half-mile) before enjoying exhilarating downhill stretches that make this course both fun and fast.
In addition to the 5K, the event features a Kids 1K Fun Run and the crowd-favorite Doggie Dash & Costume Contest, making it a fun, family-friendly morning for participants of all ages (and their four-legged friends).
The celebration continues with a lively post-race party at Vinings Jubilee, complete with awards, music, great food, and an engaging sponsor expo.
Join us as we celebrate 30 years of impact, community, and downhill fun!
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Location
2849 Paces Ferry Rd SE
Overlook I (Parking)
Atlanta, GA 30339 US
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- Parking remains the same. Participant and spectator parking will be available in the Overlook I & III Parking Decks, just as in previous years.
- Family and friends are welcome to watch or meet runners at the new finish line, located on the upper level of the shopping center. Spectators will be directed to designated viewing areas upon arrival. There is no parking available at the finish line, so all spectators should park in the Overlook I & III Parking Decks and either walk or take the shuttle bus to the finish area.
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The post-race celebration remains at Vinings Jubilee. After crossing the finish line, runners and spectators can walk (approximately 0.6 miles) or take one of the shuttle buses to the after-party festivities.
- Limited parking is available at Vinings Jubilee and is reserved for participants in the 1K Kids Fun Run and Doggie Dash.
- 8:05AM: 2 buses will take pedestrians from the intersection of Mt. Wilkinson Parkway and Overlook Parkway, one to the finish line at Riverview Village Shopping Center and a second one to Vinings Jubilee. No dogs allowed on buses.
- 8:30AM-9:45AM: Buses will transport pedestrians from the finish line to Vinings Jubilee.
- 9:30AM-10:30AM: Busses will return pedestrians from Vinings Jubilee to the Overlook Parking Decks after the post-race celebration.
