5K for Peace

5K for Peace – Join Us in Moving for Justice!

Lace up your shoes and join the 5K for Peace on October 10, 2026, as we walk and run together through the beautiful squares of historic downtown Savannah, Georgia. This community event welcomes people of all ages and abilities to stand together for compassion, dignity, and hope.

Proceeds benefit Rooted Ummah, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting unhoused neighbors, refugees, immigrants, and displaced communities—locally and beyond. Rooted Ummah provides meals, supplies, day center services in Savannah, and resources for families rebuilding their lives after displacement. Learn more.

Event Details

Date: October 10, 2026 Location: Savannah, Georgia

Full 5K Start Time: 9:00 AM Start/Finish Line: Forsyth Park Bandshell

Family 1 Mile Start Time: 9:20 AM Start/Finish Line: Forsyth Park Bandshell

Post-Event Gathering: Music, food, vendors, and community organizations.

Registration Includes

Official race bib

Commemorative gift

Pledge Card

Digital finish photo

Entry to the post-race celebration

Short & long-sleeve T-shirts available for purchase

Why Join?

By participating in the 5K for Peace, runners and walkers help stand in solidarity with communities facing urgent needs in Savannah and around the world. Together, we affirm that dignity, safety, and compassion are rights every person deserves. Whether you’re running for a personal best or walking side by side with friends and family, every step you take helps protect children, support families, and bring relief to those facing hardship. Together, we can show that compassion knows no borders and that dignity, safety, and care are universal human rights.

Sign up today and take a step toward a world where no one is forgotten—one stride at a time.