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Saturday, November 21st, 2026
Hardaway High School, Columbus GA
5K
45–65°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
54–71°F
dry
2024
44–60°F
dry
2023
62–72°F
rain
2022
32–59°F
dry
2021
45–70°F
dry
2020
51–72°F
dry
2019
42–64°F
dry
2018
36–58°F
dry
2017
46–67°F
dry
2016
38–64°F
dry
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About this race
Location
Hardaway High School
Distance
5K & 10K
Date
November 21, 2026
Courses
Road & Rails to Trails
Race Links
- 5K: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2717862220
- 10K: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5818408765
Race Start Time
8:00 am for 5K & 10K
Cost
- 5K 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
Participation
- Medal: for all participants.
- Shirt Guarantee: Must be registered by Thursday 11/13/26.
Description
Part of the Holiday Classic Series. Do not register if you have already registered for the Series.
Packet Pick Up
November 20, 2026 at 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.
More Information
For more details, visit the official race link: Beat the Bird 5K & 10K.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Nov 20 – 22, 2026.
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Run clubs near Columbus to train with before race day.
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