This years Summerfest 5K Road Race will take place Saturday, September 25 at 8 am and will feature 1,000+ runners winding their way through the streets of Virginia-Highland. A few reasons to sign up: FREE BEER! Official AJC Peachtree Road Race qualifier Chip-timed race The route winds through our beautiful, tree-lined historic neighborhood Cheerleaders along the route About Summerfest: Join in the excitement of the 37th annual Virginia-Highland Summerfest . The festival is a nonprofit event with proceeds donated to neighborhood projects. Widely considered the best festival and neighborhood road race in the Atlanta area. Highlights of Summerfest include the Artist Market with over 200 national artists, live music, Kids Fest, great food, and the 5K Road Race. Each year over 100,000 visitors attend Summerfest. Event details and schedule Where : The race starts near the intersection of Virginia Avenue and Lanier Boulevard, one block east of N. Highland Avenue. Route Map: