2025 NIGHT OWL 5K RUN/WALK

Atlanta's wildest 5K returns for its 11th edition

Registration opens soon for the 11th annual AWARE Wildlife Night Owl 5K! We hope you will join us for a fun day in the park and help raise money to save injured and orphaned wild animals. Here's everything you need to know:

  • WHO - You! Everyone is welcome. Walkers are especially welcome - about half the participants will walk. Dogs are welcome on leashes.
  • WHAT - A 5K run/walk on park trails.
  • WHEN - Saturday, May 17 - 6pm race start
  • WHERE - Alexander Lake Pavilion, Panola Mountain State Park, just east of 285
  • WHY - For wildlife! All proceeds support AWARE's mission of wildlife rehabilitation and education.

Thank you to our 2025 Night Owl Sponsors! Contact us to become a sponsor starting at just $250.