2026 Twisted Tomato McCaysville Bigfoot Boogie 5K

2026 Twisted Tomato McCaysville Bigfoot Boogie 5K

Event Overview

• Date: November 14, 2026
• Time: 4:30 PM
• Location: McCaysville Visitor Center
• URL: Race Registration

About the Race

• Series Celebration: In 2026, the Riverwalk Run Series proudly celebrates America's 250th birthday!
• Unique Series: America’s only two-state 5K series including Trout Trot 5K, Walk the Line 5K, and Bigfoot Boogie 5K.
• Favored Event: The Bigfoot Boogie 5K is the event that started it all... and remains the fan favorite!
• Scenic Route: A 3.1-mile course crossing state lines between McCaysville, GA and Copperhill, TN.

Event Details

• Shirt & Bib Pickup: Saturday (1:30–4:15 PM) at McCaysville Visitor Center.
• Course Map: 3.1 miles, all paved: view more at MapMyRun.
• Start & Finish: Different locations: timing based on “gun to chip” (USATF Rule 245).
• Official Peachtree Qualifier: This race qualifies participants for the Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race.

5K Timeline

• 2:30 PM: Race Setup
• 4:30 PM: Race Start
• 5:30 PM: Course Cutoff
• 5:45 PM: Awards at McCaysville City Park

Awards

• Overall Awards: Overall Female & Male Winners
• Age Groups: 0–9, 10–19, 20–29 … up to 80+
• Finisher Medals: All finishers receive a medal

Make It a Weekend!

• Activities: Explore Riverwalk Shops & Blue Ridge dining
• Shopping: Boutique shopping in McCaysville & Copperhill
• Outdoor Fun: Rafting, hiking, fly fishing, and breweries

FAQs

• Parking: Free parking across from McCaysville City Park
• Registration: Race-day registration available unless sold out
• Water Stations: Water provided at the finish: bring your own for on-course
• Weather: Rain or shine event

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