Hello, Peachtree racers,
How are you feeling? A little sore, I’m sure, and hopefully very proud. After taking on and conquering the “world’s largest 10K,” I hope you’re spending the rest of the holiday weekend celebrating your accomplishment and enjoying some well-deserved downtime.
Maybe that means kicking back by the pool with a refreshing summer drink in hand or treating yourself to a creative spin on a classic hot dog from one of these five Atlanta spots.
Whatever your post-race plans, crossing that finish line was no small feat, so take a moment to appreciate what you achieved. You absolutely earned it!
AND THE WINNERS ARE ...
More than 50,000 of you participated in the 57th running of the Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race on Saturday.
Credit: Arvin Temkar/AJC
Credit: Arvin Temkar/AJC
Patrick Kiprop won the 2026 elite men’s Peachtree Road Race on Saturday, with a time of 27:36. The Kenyan runner defended his crown after winning last year’s event.
Credit: Hyosub Shin/AJC
Credit: Hyosub Shin/AJC
Tsigie Gebreselama won the women’s elite division Saturday. It was truly a photo finish, with Gebreselama winning in 31:02 and runner-up Melknat Wudu close behind at 31:03.
Credit: Hyosub Shin/AJC
Credit: Hyosub Shin/AJC
Tatyana McFadden won the elite women’s wheelchair division race of the Peachtree Road Race. With a final time of 23:02, McFadden claimed her ninth all-time win at the Peachtree in Atlanta.
Credit: Hyosub Shin/AJC
Credit: Hyosub Shin/AJC
Daniel Romanchuk won the elite men’s wheelchair division race of the Peachtree on Saturday, with a final time of 19 minutes. Romanchuk successfully defended his title after last year’s victory.
Credit: Hyosub Shin/AJC
Credit: Hyosub Shin/AJC
Bailey Brackett and Carson Dobur were the winners in the girls’ and boys’ high school divisions, respectively.
🏅 Looking for more results? Find Peachtree standings here and Peachtree Junior results here. For more race-day coverage and inspiring photo galleries, head here.
‘THERE ARE NO SMALL PARTS’
Thousands of runners age 14 and younger gathered Friday at Lenox Square for the Peachtree Junior.
Credit: Ben Gray for the AJC
Credit: Ben Gray for the AJC
- Overall winner for male age groups: Elliot B., 14 years old
- Overall winner for female age groups: Ofelia M., 12 years old
- Overall winner for nonbinary age groups: Phoenix M., 11 years old
‘WE THE PEACHES’
Credit: Courtesy Atlanta Track Club
Credit: Courtesy Atlanta Track Club
There are lots of reasons to run the Peachtree, whether it’s the feeling of personal accomplishment or the sense of community one gets running alongside tens of thousands of fellow Atlantans.
But there’s one thing that pushes all the runners to go the distance: the coveted Peachtree Road Race T-shirt. This year’s official race T-shirt was designed by Dyan Szall.
👕 Read more about Szall’s background and history with the Peachtree Road Race
STARS, STRIPES AND SNEAKERS
Credit: Arvin Temkar/AJC
Credit: Arvin Temkar/AJC
Whether celebrating America’s 250th in patriotic fashion or showing off their own creative flair, Peachtree runners made the day even more colorful.
📷 See the most interesting costumes from the 57th running
KEEP THE MOMENTUM GOING
Credit: Arvin Temkar/AJC
Credit: Arvin Temkar/AJC
Looking to ride that race-day high across another finish line before next year? Here are some other Atlanta Track Club events to add to your calendar:
- Aug. 1: Southside Beltline 8K-3K
- Aug. 22: Atlanta’s Finest 5K
- Oct. 25: PNC Atlanta 10 Miler & 5K
👟 More info and sign-up links here
NOW, LET’S PARTY
Credit: Arvin Temkar/AJC
Credit: Arvin Temkar/AJC
Also, no judgment if even thinking about another race wears you out right now. If you’d rather focus on fireworks, patriotic concerts and other festivities, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the Fourth of July and America’s milestone anniversary around metro Atlanta.
❤️ America at 250: A Weekend of Celebration and Reflection: The National Center for Civil and Human Rights will host a weekend of programs recognizing America’s 250th birthday.
Events through Sunday. Prices vary. 100 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd., Atlanta. civilandhumanrights.org/america-at-250
The home of the Braves is going all out Saturday with patriotic tributes, military flyovers, fireworks, promotions and family-friendly entertainment. The day will feature a pregame block party; on-field presentations — including a Sons of the American Revolution cannon display, a giant America 250 flag display and a national anthem performance by the City Springs Theatre Company; C-130 aircraft flyover from Dobbins Air Reserve Base; and a postgame fireworks show.
The week will also offer Americana merchandise, $17.76 Independence Week tickets Sunday and Monday, eating competitions and an America 250 All-Star Gallery Wall in the Monument Garden.
Events through Sunday. Prices vary. Truist Park, 755 Battery Ave. SE, Atlanta. mlb.com/braves/ballpark
💙 Suwanee’s America 250 Celebration
Head to Suwanee Town Center for a free concert, parade, games, cake and pie contest, and hot dog eating contest.
3-9 p.m. July 11. Free. 330 Town Center Ave., Suwanee. suwanee.com
🎆 Fireworks across metro Atlanta
See a drone and light show followed by fireworks in Stone Mountain, watch Don McLean before the big fireworks display in Sandy Springs and 10 other ways to catch dazzling light displays around the city.
🇺🇸 Read more: Explore additional exhibits, fireworks shows and parties marking the occasion.
MORE PEACHTREE TO GO
Credit: Estela Muñoz/AJC
Credit: Estela Muñoz/AJC
Stick with us! Next Saturday’s newsletter — July 11 — we’ll look back on all you’ve accomplished and help you channel that momentum into your next goal.
COOLDOWN
Hold onto that Peachtree pride. You ran your race, and you made it count. Now cue up a celebratory playlist — perhaps with a little Run-DMC — grab your favorite summer foods and drinks, and savor every well-earned moment of rest. 🍑
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