The Big Gay 5K & 1Mi. Fun Run/Walk

🏳️‍🌈 The Big Gay 5K & 1Mi. Fun Run/Walk

We invite you to join us for the inaugural "The Big Gay 5K & 1Mi. Fun Run/Walk!" The 5K race will be held Saturday morning, March 1st, 2025 at 9:00 AM. The 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk will begin at 9:45 AM.

🌈 Cause and Community

• Fundraiser: The fundraiser is for Rome GA Pride.
• Nonprofit: We are a nonprofit and any funds we raise go to help the local LGBTQIA+ community.
• Encouragement: We encourage people to show their Pride at the race!
• All Are Welcome: All are welcome to participate and have fun!

💰 Race Registration Fees

• 5K: $30 -- Pre-Registration Entry Fee / $40 Day of Race
• 1 Mile: $25 -- Pre-Registration Entry Fee / $35 Day of Race
• T-shirt Guarantee: Guaranteed if you register by Wed., Feb. 20th.
• Register Early: Registration will remain open until Sun., Feb. 23rd.

👻 Ghost Runner Option

Want to support the cause but not run/walk the race? Be a 'Ghost Runner' and sign up that way. No shirt, no problem. DONATE to HELP.

🏁 Race Route and Parking

• Certification: This USATF-Certified 5K Course is scenic and very fast, and meanders through the beautiful Oostanaula River Trails of Rome.
• Parking: Plenty of parking near the race's start/finish area at Ridge Ferry Park (Dog Park side, north of RR tracks).

📅 Race Day Schedule of Events

• 7:30 AM: Race Day Registration Opens
• 8:45 AM: Race Day Registration Closes
• 9:00 AM: 5K Start Time
• 9:45 AM: 1Mi. Fun Run/Walk
• 10:15 AM: Awards Presentation for 5K

📦 Pre-Registration Packet Pick up

Avoid the crowds and pickup your packet & t-shirt at GoGo Running on Friday, Feb. 28th from 10:00AM--6:00 PM.

Location: 1018 Martha Berry Blvd NE, Rome, GA 30165

🥇 5K Awards

Awards will be given to the following:

• Top 3 Overall: Male and Female Winners
• Top Male/Female Masters: Winners
• Top 3 Male & Female: In the following Age Categories: 14-Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over

NOTE: There are no awards for the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. Just smiles.

☔ Event Details

Please note, this is a rain or shine event.

⏱️ Professional Timing

This race will be chip-timed by Wire2Wire Running, LLC using the latest RFID technology. Results will be posted after the race at www.wire2wirerunning.com

📍 Race Location

The Big Gay 5K & 1Mi. Fun Run/Walk will take place at 363 Riverside Pkwy NE, Rome, GA. For more information, visit The Big Gay 5K.