Frequently Asked Questions
Race-Day Basics
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It’s more than a 5K. It’s miles filled with música, grupos along the course, a finisher medal and a michelada or miche-nada waiting for you at the finish line.
Come for the run, stay for the reventón. ATL, we’ll see you October 18!
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The Miche 5K race is Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Piedmont Park in Atlanta.
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Arrive early. DJ, vendors, and all the pre-race vibes start at 7:00 AM.
The race begins at 8:00 AM sharp, then we keep la fiesta going until 11:00 AM.
REGISTRATION
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✪ Exclusive Miche 5K event shirt
✪ Official Miche 5K bib
✪ Miche 5K finisher’s medal
✪ One voucher for a michelada or a miche-nada (non-alcoholic option)
You will need your ID for an alcoholic michelada.
Note: To receive a finisher medal, you must complete the race.
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No, same-day registration will not be available.
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Yes! The race grounds are open to spectators too!
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Unfortunately, all Miche 5K sales are final and non-refundable.
Packet pickup
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Packet pickup will take place at Big Peach Midtown:
Hours:
Thursday, October 15 | 4-8 PM
Friday, October 16 | 4-8 PM
Saturday, October 17 | 10 AM-4 PM
Location:800 Peachtree Street, Suites B & C
Atlanta, GA 303081 hour of free parking is available.
Please note: Race-day packet pickup will also be available for $15 per order.
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Confirmation number and photo ID of original purchaser (or clear copy)
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Yes, you can! Just bring the confirmation and picture of purchaser’s ID (a phone picture works!)
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Easy! The purchaser can grab everyone’s packets, or your group can pick up individually.
Just have the registration confirmation + a photo of the purchaser’s ID ready (phone pic works!).
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Packet pickup will also be available on Sunday, October 18 for an additional $15. While same-day pickup isn’t typically offered at races, we know traveling in early or making it to packet pickup isn’t always possible.
You can pick up your bib from 6:30-7:45 AM at Piedmont Park.
Course Info
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The official Atlanta course map will be available soon!
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No, gear check will not be available to participants. Runners are responsible for safely storing their gear prior to the race.
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Yes! Spectators are welcome to come cheer and enjoy the vibes.
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Yes! Strollers are welcome on the course, but we ask anyone running or walking with a stroller to start in the last corral for everyone’s safety.
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No, pets aren’t allowed on the course. But they are welcome on the Ascarate Park grounds as long as they’re on a leash.
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Yes. All participants will receive a timed bib, and your time will be automatically recorded when you cross the finish line.