Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Event: 5k Fun Walk/Run Date: October 23, 2026 Course: Woodruff Park https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6704838916/ Cost: $30 for walkers 12 years of age and older (includes t-shirt) $40 for runners (includes t-shirt and winners medal for specific age group) ***Price increases after Sunday, October 11th to $35 for walkers and $45 for runners. Register by Sunday, October 11th to be guaranteed a t-shirt and correct size. No guarantee of t-shirt after October 11th. Registering after October 11th DOES NOT GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT. ***Packet pick-up is Thursday, October 22nd 12 pm-6pm place: Cunningham Center ***Race day registration/late packet pick-up begins at 4pm at Woodruff Park Survivor parade begins at 5:45 pm. Line up at 5:30 pm. Check in at WCGCC table. NO NEW REGISTRANTS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER 6:15PM ON RACE DAY ** Race day will be a CASHLESS event. If you want to sign up and pay in cash, please do so at packet pick up on Thursday, Oct 22nd ** Program starts: 6pm Run/Walk starts at 6:30pm The West Central Georgia Cancer Coalition (WCGCC), a not-for-profit, 501(c) (3) organization presents the 16th Paint the Town Pink 5k Fun Walk/Run our annual fundraiser. This event benefits the Neighbors Helping Neighbors Cancer Assistance Fund. This fund was established to assist eligible individuals and families in our community who have been diagnosed with cancer and are currently receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy or radiation treatment. 100% of proceeds remain within our community. Get those teams together and let's "Paint the Town Pink". Runners will be timed, and this race can help with qualifications for other races.

Location: CSU Woodruff Park 1000 Bay Ave. Cols. GA 31901Distance: 5KDate: September 20,2025Courses:https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6244586170/Race Start Time: 6:00 PMRegistration Start Time: Race day Registration Cost: $35Race Day Cost: $35Award Categories: Top 1 Overall, Top Age Groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50+; Top Firefighter in full gearAll Male & FemaleT-Shirt: To be guaranteed a shirt be registered by September 1stDescription: Come out and support the local charities by running in the Firefighters 5K!Early Packet Pick Up: Big Dog on 11th, Friday Sept 19th from 12 -  6 PM

RACE DAY SCHEDULE: 8:00 AM - On-Site Registration and Check-In Opens 8:30AM - Opening Ceremony 9:00AM - 5K START 10:00AM - General Awards Presentation Our why: If there were ever a person who symbolized light, Sims Vickers was it. He was so kind, caring, outgoing, and fun. Sims’ life ended much too soon on March 27, 2022. After raising over $25,000 for local, caregiving non-profits the past two years, we’re ready to run the Let It Shine 5K again. This event is our attempt to continue spreading light with a world that needs it. This year, our attention has turned to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Piedmont Columbus Regional – Midtown. It is the only NICU in our region – a Level III, 46-bed NICU – helping babies with health complications to have a fighting chance to thrive. Almost everyone has been touched by or known a family that needed the care a NICU, our local NICU, provides. It is our hope to grow the breadth of care they offer. In our quest to support the NICU, we are specifically supporting the NICU Fund and the NICU Bereavement Fund of the Piedmont Foundation. The NICU fund, itself, provides for the needs of the babies, their families, and the staff while they are in the hospital. The NICU Bereavement Fund assists with end of life care for families who experience such a difficult end to their NICU journey. Your donation will shine a light for real patients and their families, helping them through an incredibly difficult time in their lives. Thank you for joining us in this important work! Help spread the word: https://bit.ly/letitshine5K

WIM EVERY BODY Total Body Fitness for Every Women Class - For ladies only. Thursday Oct 29, 2026 @ 6 pm @ location to be determined based off sign up. Bring your own yoga mat. Please arrive by 550 pm so that class can start promptly at 6 pm. Snacks & drink provided after event. Wear comfortable clothing to stretch in. Class taught by Helen Klam. No cost to attend.

Saturday, October 31, 2026- Big Dog Howl 5K - 8 amSaturday, November 21, 2026- Beat the Bird 5K & 10K - 8 amSaturday, December 19, 2026 - Big Dog Jingle 5K - 9 am Registration Fees: $80 CRR Members; $90 Nonmember Price includes entry into all races, race specific swag, post race food/drinks, chip timing, awards for individual races. Medal for running all 3 races. Do not need to sign up for individual races if signed up for series. Awards: Medal for running all 3 Holiday Classic Series races given after last race. Happy Running! Best way to keep those winter blahs away join us each month for an invigorating run! THANKS FOR BRINGING THE CHEER: The Holiday Classic Series is brought to you by sponsors of Columbus Road Runners and Big Dog Fleet Feet.  Drain King Plumbing Kim Mixon Real Estate Team Mark Casto Personal Injury Law Firm Revive Performance Therapy Rumble Boxing Mid-City Yards Aflac Columbus Foot and Ankle Columbus Hospice of Georgia and Alabama DS Real Estate EMC Engineering

What: Big Dog Howl When: October 31,2026Distance: 5K Cost: $30 until Oct 11th; $35 on Oct. 12th - 24th; $40 race day Oct 25th. Race is part of CRR Holiday Series, do not need to sign up for individual race if registered for series. Course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6279386878/Race Start Time: 8:00 AMAward Categories: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall, 1st masters, under 14, 15-19, 10-yr age groups up to 70+; all Male and Female categoriesBest Costumes - Prize for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd placeT-Shirt: Yes, to be guaranteed a shirt be registered by October 23, 2026 by noon. Description: Ever wanted to run in a race and no one know who you are? This is your chance to show us what you got - get creative and run fast because there may be something spooky out there! Our annual Big Dog Howl 5K will be held in Uptown Columbus again this year so come on out and enjoy a spooktacular good time! Prize for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place best costume winners! Packet Pick Up: Friday, October 30at Big Dog Fleet

PORCH DOG TO BIG DOG Beginner running program working towards the Big Dog Jingle Dec 19, 2026. Meeting times are Mondays and Wednesdays at 6pm at 12 W 11th St. Kick-off is November 2 @ 6pm BENEFITS - 7 week structured running program -a running training plan -weekly health topics and informational newsletters to keep you on track Price: Free Email Carolee at caroleeluther@gmail.com for more information.

📅 Event DetailsDate: Friday, November 6th, 2026Location: Cascade Hills Church, 727 54th St, Columbus, GA 31909Fun Run Start: 6:30 PM5K Race Start: 7:00 PM 🏃 Race RegistrationOpen Now – November 6th Registration includes race entry, event T-shirt glow gear, and a night full of fun and community spirit. ✨ Get InvolvedRun or Walk – Sign up for the 5K or Kids Fun Run.Spread the Word – Share this event with your friends and family.Support the Cause – Even if you can’t attend, you can make a donation to help light up the valley with hope and inclusion.

Race InformationThe race starts at 8:00 AM.Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration. Additional Information Bathrooms are located in the parking lot.This course is paved. 5K & 10K Course (0.78M)https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6630901515 This course is an out-and-back. (1.56M)5K does the course two times.10K does the course four times. Half Marathon Course (1.09M)https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6630901335 This course is an out-and-back. (2.16M)Half Marathon does the course six times. Course Time Limit3 hours and 30 minutes. Finisher Medalshttps://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php  Shirt and Gear Shophttps://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php  Best Costumehttps://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php  Series Pointshttps://usroadrunning.com/S.php Awardshttps://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php Frequently Asked Questions and Informationhttps://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php US Road

Join us for a fun-filled morning that brings together people of all ages - students, families, faculty, alumni, and friends - to celebrate the St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School community and kick off the Thanksgiving season. Best of all, every step supports St. Anne-Pacelli student-athletes! Proceeds benefit the Vikings Booster Club and the school’s athletic programs, with special support for the Cross Country and Soccer teams who proudly help lead this annual tradition. 🦃 Choose Your Trot! 5K — All Ages Our 5K course winds through the St. Anne-Pacelli campus and along the perimeter of the school grounds. 1-Mile Fun Run A shorter, family-friendly option that's perfect for our little trotters, families, walkers, or anyone who wants to enjoy a beautiful fall morning at a leisurely pace! 🎉 Make It a Festive Morning! Break out your best turkey-themed or Viking attire and come ready to have some fun! Participants will enjoy post-race treats. 👕Race T-shirts Register by October 23rd to be guaranteed a race t-shirt. Registrations received after October 23rd will have access to a limited selection of T-shirt sizes for $10 at packet pickup and on race day. 🏆Race Results & Prizes This year's race prizes include a medal and turkey for the overall top male and female finishers, as well as the top male and female participant in each age group. Age Groups 12 & Under 13–18 19–29 30–39 40–49 50 & Over The 2nd- and 3rd-place male and female finishers in each age group will receive a medal. 📣Become a Turkey Trot Sponsor! Want to support our student-athletes while promoting your business? Check out our event sponsorship opportunities here! https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/GA/Columbus/7thAnnualVikingTurkeyTrot5Kand1MileFunRun 📦 Packet Pickup Friday, November 6th 2–6 p.m. The Beck Center 1801 Box Road Columbus, GA 31907 🗓️ Race Day Information Saturday, November 7th 2020 Kay Circle Columbus, GA 31907 -Please park in the school's/church's Kay Circle parking lot; the race will start and end on Deimel Field - see campus map -Day-of packet pickup and race registration begin at 7:30 a.m. -Plenty of snacks and drinks will be available for participants after the race. -The course will be clearly marked with signs and guidance along the roadways. -Come ready to have fun, get moving, and TROT! Let's Celebrate 12 Years of the Viking Turkey Trot! Whether you're running the 5K, walking the Fun Run, cheering from the sidelines, or showing off your best turkey costume, we can't wait to see you! With every step you take, you are supporting a St. Anne-Pacelli student-athlete. 🏃‍♀️🦃 Happy Trotting!! 🦃🏃‍♂️

Location: Hardaway High SchoolDistance: 5K & 10KDate: Nov 21, 2026Courses: Road & Rails to Trails  5K: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2717862220 10K: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5818408765 Race Start Time: 8:00 am for 5K & 10K5K Cost Per: CRR Member: $30; Non Member: $35 Award Categories: Top 3 overall M/F, Top 1 Masters M/F, Top 3 Age Groups: 14-under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ M/F Medal for all participants. Must be registered by Thursday 11/13/26 to be guaranteed shirt. Description: Part of the Holiday Classic Series. Do not register if you have already registered for the Series.Packet Pick Up: Nov 20, 2026 @ Big Dog Fleet Feet 12 W 11th St from 12 - 6 pm NO RACE DAY PICKUP Part of the Columbus Roadrunner Holiday Series. If signed up for series do not need to sign up for individual race.

What: Big Dog Jingle Location: 12 W 11th St (@ Big dog) When: December 19, 2026Distance: 5KCourse: 5K CourseRace Start Time: 9:00 amCost: $30 until Dec 5th; $35 from December 6th - 18th;$40 on race day (Race Day Registration 7:45-8:45am) Race is part of CRR Holiday Series, do not need to sign up for individual race if registered for series.Award Categories: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Overall M/F; 1st Masters M/F; 10-yr age groups up to 70+T-Shirt: To be guaranteed a shirt be registered by December 11 by 12 noon - shirts not guaranteed after this date!Description: Come run the Big Dog Jingle and spread Christmas cheer all around for all to hear! Beneficiary: This race will benefit Girl's Inc. To make a donation, click here. Packet Pick Up: December 18 at Big Dog Fleet Feet on 12 W 11th St from 12-6 PM More info Contact: Reggie Luther at rl@bigdogfleetfeet.com

Where: 11th & Broadway When: January 9,2027 @ 8 am Course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6304910341/ the 13.1 mile course starts & finishes at 11th & Broadway following the scenic Columbus Riverwalk. 3 1/2 hour time limit. 16 minutes/per mile Course is a certified course: GA24077WC Registration Fees: There are no fees to register - it's FREE! There is, however, an optional long sleeve technical shirt offered to runners at a cost of $30. To be guaranteed a shirt you must register with payment no later than December 18. Extras will be ordered and provided on a first come basis. Packet pick up will be on Friday, January 8, 2027 from 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Saturday, January 9, 2026 from 645 am - 745 am. We will close sharply at 745 am on Saturday no exceptions. Registration will close 1/7/26 at 5 pm and reopen for in person registration only 1/8/26 at 12 noon. Awards: Top 3 Overall, Top Masters, Top 3: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 10 year age groups up to 70+; All categories Male & Female. Medal to 1st 850 that cross the finish line

Where : Iron Bank Coffee Date: February 27, 2027 at 8:00 AM Course : Broadway, Riverwalk, Uptown Online Map Cost : $30 thru Feb. 19th; $40 on Feb. 27th To be guaranteed an event shirt must be registered by Feb 19th! Awards : 1st, 2nd, & 3rd overall: 1st Masters: under 14,15-19,10 year age groups up to 70+: Male & Female in all categories Benefits : MercyMed & Rotary Packet Pick Up: At Big Dog Fleet Feet (12 W 11th Street) February 26th, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM / Late Packet Pick-Up and Registration Saturday 6am-7:45am Website: www.runformercymed.com

The Heroes of America Marathon and Half Marathon Saturday, March 21, 2026 race starts and finishes at the intersection of West 10th St and Bay Ave in front of Woodruff Park, Columbus, Ga two blocks north of the Columbus Marriott.  The full marathon runs both north and south of Woodruff Park (1000 Bay Ave) utilizing some streets including the 14th street Pedestrian Bridge onto the beautiful Riverwalk, going down and looping inside Fort Moore (AKA Benning).  The course will then exit Fort Moore (AKA Benning) at mile 17 and returns passing the Iron Works Convention Center exiting to Bay Ave to W. 9th under the train trestle and back the start/finish line.  The course is reasonably flat with some smaller inclines.  The Heroes of America 5k also starts at W 10th and Bay Ave immediately after the Half Marathon start. Because of the width of the Riverwalk the Heroes of America Marathon does not allow participants who use hand-cranks. Event details and schedule Friday, March 20, 2026 at the Co

🎌 THE ANIME 5K ⚡🔥 YOUR ANIME ARC STARTS HERE. Run it. Walk it. Cosplay it. LIVE IT. Join us for an epic Anime 5K where every mile feels like the start of your next adventure! Grab your crew, show up in your favorite anime-inspired gear, and get ready to run, walk, and LIVE your anime arc. 🏃‍♀️⚡🎌 🌟 RACE INFORMATION 📅 DATE Saturday, March 27, 2027 🏃 DISTANCE 5K Fun Walk/Run ⏰ RACE START 8:30 AM 📍 LOCATION 12 W 11th St. Columbus, GA 31901 ROUTE: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6777183851/ 💰 REGISTRATION $30 through March 26 $40 on March 27 👕 RACE T-SHIRT Register by March 15, 2027 at noon to guarantee your race shirt! ⚠️ Registrations after March 15 are NOT guaranteed a T-shirt. Shirt availability is based on registration and shirt inventory. 🎟️ PACKET PICK-UP Friday, March 26 📍 Big Dog Fleet Feet 12 W 11th Street ⏰ 3:00–6:00 PM Race Morning — Saturday, March 27 📍 Big Dog Fleet Feet 12 W 11th Street ⏰ 6:45–7:45 AM 🏆 AWARDS Awards will be presented to: 🥇 1st, 2nd & 3rd Overall 🏆 1st Masters Age Groups Under 14 • 15–19 • 20–29 • 30–39 • 40–49 • 50–59 • 60–69 • 70+ Male & Female categories A portion of the race proceeds will be allocated for scholarships to afford students interested in the healthcare profession the opportunity to experience, expose, and cultivate career paths into medicine. ⚡ READY TO START YOUR ARC? Grab your friends. Pick your character. Lace up your shoes. Your next adventure starts at the starting line. 🎌🔥 📧 Questions? Contact: lightningsportsracing@gmail.com

📅 Event DetailsDate: Saturday, April 25th, 2026Location: The Park at Cascade Hills Church Register Today and create a team!Join us as we support and celebrate the Chattahoochee Valley's autistic community! Since 2005, we have stood together with families and individuals living with autism, educators, students, politicians, community leaders, and businesses in support of autism acceptance and awareness of our neurodivergent friends and neighbors. Funds raised at the walk help the Autism Hope Center provide free vital resources, education, and services to the Chattahoochee Valley area. AttendeesWalk 4 Autism is a local community event for ALL ages and abilities! Many of our walkers are families who have autistic children or relatives. Other walkers are autistic adults, educators, students, community businesses, service providers, clinicians, and friends. ProceedsFunds raised beyond the event expenses will go to support the local programs of the Autism Hope Center, all of whic