Rowen Ramble: Run. Walk. Discover. Celebrate.

Event Overview

Join us for the inaugural Rowen Ramble on September 12th — an opening-day experience unlike any other. More than a race, this is the first public invitation to explore Rowen: a new, 2,000-acre destination where nature, movement and innovation come together.

Race Features

• Distance Options: Features a certified 5K, Fun Run, and community walk.
• Course Layout: Set along Rowen’s newly built roads, sidewalks, and paths.
• Participant Experience: Designed for connection, discovery, and forward motion.
• Event Atmosphere: Offers a course and environment suitable for all levels, from competitive runners to families walking together.

Unique Experience

• Celebration and Competition: A setting that blends both, featuring thoughtfully designed routes.
• Scenic Backdrop: Enjoy a forested setting with gathering spaces.
• Post-Race Festivities: Join us for coffee, local treats, refreshments, music, and community space.
• Inclusive Environment: Ideal for both serious athletes and casual participants.

Location and Accessibility

• Convenient Location: Located along University Parkway (GA-316) near Atlanta, Athens, and Gainesville.
• Completed Infrastructure: Features miles of completed infrastructure with connections to the Gwinnett County Eastern Regional Greenway.
• Course Certification: The 5K will be certified as a Peachtree Road Race qualifier for 2027 and beyond.
• Easy Access: The area is designed for easy navigation and access for participants.

About the Rowen Foundation

Guided by the mission-driven Rowen Foundation in partnership with Gwinnett County, Rowen is being developed as a one-of-a-kind knowledge community bringing together research, education, business and smart infrastructure to advance innovation in medicine, agriculture, and the environment.

Join Us

The Rowen Ramble marks the beginning of that story — and an open invitation to experience it firsthand. Come run. Come walk. Come see what’s taking shape.

Event Details

For more information and to register, visit Rowen Ramble Registration.