Atlanta Dogwood Festival 2026 Mimosa 5K Returns

Annual spring running event features scenic Midtown course and post-race mimosas.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 12:00pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented 5K running race, with overlapping planes of bright spring colors like pink, green, and yellow, capturing the energy and movement of the event.The Atlanta Dogwood Festival Mimosa 5K celebrates the arrival of spring with a scenic run and a refreshing post-race toast.Atlanta Today

The Atlanta Dogwood Festival Mimosa 5K, a popular annual spring running event, is set to return in 2026 for its 11th edition. The 5K race takes participants through the historic streets of Midtown Atlanta, culminating in a refreshing mimosa toast for runners aged 21 and over.

Why it matters

The Mimosa 5K has become a beloved tradition for Atlanta runners, kicking off the city's 90th annual Dogwood Festival celebration. The event combines a scenic springtime run with a festive post-race celebration, drawing both casual and competitive runners to the vibrant Midtown neighborhood.

The details

Runners will follow a course that winds through the streets of historic Midtown Atlanta, taking in the sights and sounds of the neighborhood. After crossing the finish line, participants aged 21 and over will be treated to a mimosa, adding a celebratory touch to the event. The race also features a range of age-group awards for top finishers.

  • The Atlanta Dogwood Festival Mimosa 5K has been held annually since 2015.
  • The 2026 edition of the event is scheduled for Saturday, April 12, 2026.
  • Early packet pickup will be available on Thursday, April 9 and Friday, April 10 at the Athlete's Foot Midtown Promenade store.

The players

Atlanta Dogwood Festival

A long-running annual festival in Atlanta, Georgia that celebrates the city's blooming dogwood trees and the arrival of spring.

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What’s next

Runners interested in participating in the 2026 Atlanta Dogwood Festival Mimosa 5K can register online starting in early 2026. Early registration is recommended, as the event has grown in popularity since its launch in 2015.

The takeaway

The Atlanta Dogwood Festival Mimosa 5K provides a fun and festive way for runners to celebrate the arrival of spring in the city. By combining a scenic course through Midtown with a post-race mimosa toast, the event has become a beloved tradition that draws both casual and competitive runners to the vibrant neighborhood.