ATLANTA — Registration is now open for the debut of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Polar Opposite Peachtree Road Race, giving participants a unique chance to run the iconic Peachtree Road Race course in reverse.
Set for Jan. 4, 2025, the event will begin in Piedmont Park and finish at Lenox Square, featuring a downhill route on Atlanta’s well-known Cardiac Hill.
“With this winter edition of the Peachtree, we’re excited to bring a fresh, fun twist to an Atlanta tradition that means so much to so many,” said Rich Kenah, CEO of Atlanta Track Club. “Offering new events and experiences, along with honoring our beloved customs, is part of our commitment to Running City USA.”
Registration is capped at 5,000 participants and will remain open until Nov. 15 or until capacity is reached. Each registrant will receive an Adidas hoodie and a finisher’s medal, items exclusive to this winter event. Participants will also be provided a one-way MARTA pass to encourage parking at the Lenox Square finish line and taking public transportation to the starting point.
The Atlanta Track Club is also launching a new “Peachtree Bundle” option for registrants who want to participate in the January and July races. This bundle allows non-members to bypass the traditional lottery for July’s race, securing their spot months in advance. Club members who register through this bundle will also receive a discount and a guaranteed starting line spot for July’s race.
“The Peachtree represents the very heart of Atlanta, bringing people together across generations,” said Andrew Morse, president and publisher of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. “We’re proud to expand our support and be a part of bringing that Peachtree spirit to the community year-round.”
Starting Friday, Atlanta Track Club memberships for 2025 are also available. Members receive reduced registration rates for both Peachtree races and entry to six member-only events. Those who join in November will receive 14 months of membership for 12.
For additional information on the Polar Opposite Peachtree Road Race and the 2025 Atlanta Track Club membership options, visit the Atlanta Track Club’s website.