Celebrating the AJC Peachtree Road Race
50 years. 50 weeks. 50 stories.
Volunteers are Dear to the Peachtree
By Adina Solomon
Profiling the sole of the AJC Peachtree Road Race: Its 3,000 volunteers
Craig Virgin’s American Record
In our first video story, Craig Virgin details his record-setting 1981 victory.
Julia Emmons: Charming and Relentless
Profiling the former Atlanta Track Club director who turned the Peachtree into what it is today.
By Barbara Huebner
Employee No. 1
By Jay Holder
Profiling Atlanta Track Club’s first paid employee, Bob Varsha
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You can start preparing for the 50th Peachtree by checking out the AJC Peachtree Road Race website at atlantatrackclub.org. Learn about registration, the expo and more.
Each Thursday, you'll find a new story on this site examining the history, legacy and impact of this quintessential Atlanta tradition. To learn more about the project, click below.
There's only one way to guarantee your entry for the 50th AJC Peachtree Road Race: By becoming an Atlanta Track Club member. Join today and you'll get 18 months of membership for just $35.