Vibha Atlanta Dream Mile

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25th Dream Mile  in Atlanta!We are very excited to celebrate 25th year of Dream Mile. Come Run with Us to Benefit Children! 
Register today and join one of the biggest races in GA.
1K/5K/10K/Half MarathonSunday, September 17th, 2023
Location: Collection at Forsyth, 410 Peachtree Pkwy, Cumming, GA
We would like to recognize people who attended 20+ Dream Miles. Please let us know by filling your name here
We  have pre-packet pick up options before the event for people who signed up by Monday 09/11. Others can pick up on the event dayFriday, September 15th, 4 PM to 7 PM Inside Big Peach Running Co. 5530 Windward Pkwy #420 Alpharetta, GA 30004 Saturday, September 16th, 11 AM to 7 PM Inside Academy Sports at The Collection at Forsyth 410 Peachtree Pkwy, CummingAt the event on Sunday September 17th, 6:30AM – 8:30AM (Bibs), T-shirts after the race
What is Dream Mile?The Dream Mile is a Run / Walk Fundraiser event for Vibha, with an anticipated participation greater than 5000 patrons across the world. The Dream Mile started in Atlanta in 1998 to support underprivileged children in their ambitions. Over the last 24 years, the Dream Mile has become a permanent fixture on the calendars of runners in various cities across America. To date, the Dream Mile has raised more than $3M to support upwards of 180,000 children. In addition to the causes above, the Dream Mile puts funds towards a cause in the local community in which it takes place such as Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta or Communities in Schools Chicago.
Who is it for?The Dream Mile is for anyone who would like to walk or run a few miles to empower the dreams of underprivileged children.
How do I participate?You can register for in-person events or pick phantom run option to support and receive the tshirt. You can participate individually or in family/friends/corporate groups.
Registration timings:Good news, we are now able to add chip timing on all the Registrations that are eligible for Awards until Thursday September 14th.Online registration ends on Saturday September 16th 5PM, Event day registration possible between 6:30-7:30AM.Thank you for showing your support for the cause. Please visit the dreammile.org/atlanta for more details.
Registration fee & Race times:1K Walk  $30 till 09/17| starts at 8:15AM5K WALK $35 till 09/17| starts at 8:05AM5K RUN $40 till 09/17| starts at 8:00AM10K RUN $50 till 09/17| starts at 7:45 AMHALF MARATHON  $70 till 09/17| starts at 7:15AM
Phantom Runner (support and receive T-shirt)  $30 till 09/17
Please note that:Kids 6 years and below are free to register and not eligible for awardsStart times may vary based on guidance from county
Highlights:Peachtree Qualifier Race – USATF 5K/10K  certified course/certification in progress for Half MarathonProfessionally TimedFree for Kids under 6Free T-Shirts to all participantsFree Food and water on the course based on state and local regulationsFree ParkingTrophies for winners 40 and over in 5K walk and for all winners in 5k/10k/HM run category.Online registration closes Saturday 09/16/2023 @5PM, event day registrations are possible starting at 6:30AM.
What is Dream Mile Striders program?
Come join us for Dream Mile Striders program. Register for Silver Jubilee Dream Mile Half Marathon and Dream Mile Striders program and come train with like-minded fellow runners. The main focus of the training program is to develop a love for running and stay active for years to come. We will be working through the aspects of race nutrition, working gear, pace setting, recovery, cross training etc during this program and help you stay avoid running related injuries. For more info,  join our WhatsApp group by clicking here where the schedules, run meets and other details will be posted
Awards:
Half Marathon: 
Male/Female 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners for 39 and below. Male/Female 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners for 40 and above.
10K Run and 5K Run Award Categories:
Male/Female Winners and Runners in below age categories:7-10, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Overall Male/Female Winners.Masters (40 years and older) Male/Female Winners
5K Walk Award Categories:
Male/Female Winners and Runners in below age categories:40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (no awards for ages below 40).Masters (40 years and older) Male/Female Winners.
Note: 
No age group awards for 5K walk for ages below 40 No age group awards for 1K walk.Finisher medals given to half marathon and 10K finishers only.No double awards. Meaning, we are not giving more than one award to any individual. Overall Male winner will not get a trophy in the age category. This is to encourage more people to get awards.Runners/walkers should be wearing our bib with timing chip on front of their shirt.All winners are based on Gun time** (See Chip time vs Gun time below).Chip time vs Gun time:Chip time is the actual net time a runner runs between start line and finish line.Gun time is the net time when the race starts and time when the runner crosses the finish line.If you are exactly at the start line when the race starts, then your chip time and gun time are the same.If you cross the start line a little after race start, your gun time will be little more than your start time.