Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Atlanta
The Popsicle Half Marathon offers a refreshing summer race on Atlanta's BeltLine with a cool finisher's treat.
Race Date
Aug 15, 2026
Location
Atlanta, GA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 15, 2026
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 200
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Popsicle Half Marathon invites runners to celebrate summer miles on Atlanta's vibrant BeltLine, starting and finishing at New Realm Brewing. This event, with approximately 250 finishers in recent editions and growing, draws participants from around 14 states.
The course is designed for speed, making it a potential personal best opportunity. After crossing the finish line, runners are greeted with the ultimate summer reward: a delicious, ice-cold popsicle to help them cool down and celebrate their achievement. Every finisher also receives a custom, eye-catching popsicle-themed medal.
With awards for top finishers across multiple age groups in the 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon, the Popsicle race offers a fun and festive atmosphere for all skill levels, whether you're aiming for a podium finish or simply enjoying a cool way to log summer miles.
Race-provided description
Beat the heat and treat yourself at the Popsicle 5K/10K/Half Marathon—a sweet celebration of summer miles and frozen rewards. Whether you’re racing the speedy 5K, cruising through the 10K, or going the distance in the Half Marathon, this event is designed to be fun, festive, and refreshingly cool from start to finish. We will be gathering the Atlanta Belt Line at New Realm Brewing, Atlanta, GA. When you cross the finish line, your reward is waiting: a delicious, ice-cold popsicle to help you chill out and celebrate your accomplishment. Every finisher will also receive a custom Popsicle-themed finisher medal—bright, bold, and worthy of showing off. Awards will be presented in all three distances to the top three male and female finishers in standard five-year age groups, beginning with 10 & Under. Whether you’re chasing a podium spot or just looking for a cool way to log some summer miles, the Popsicle 5K/10K/Half Marathon is the perfect blend of fun and fast.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
New Realm Brewing, Atlanta, GA, 30306
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Solid Pick412 years running
~196.5 finishers a year
growing or steady
2% returning runners
5 timing sources · 3 photos
runners from 14 states
winner 1:23:12
typical high 88°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
70°
Afternoon (High)
88°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.2"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
77%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 200 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
200
Median time
2:07:28
Latest turnout
128
States
16
Turnout by year
2024–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Atlanta?
The Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Atlanta is held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Atlanta take place?
It takes place in Atlanta, Georgia.
What distances does the Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Atlanta offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Atlanta course flat and good for a PR?
The Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Atlanta is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Atlanta?
HalfRuns has finish records for 200 runners who have completed the Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Atlanta.
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