The Big Gay 5K & 1Mi. Pride Stride

Race Details

• Date: Saturday, March 21st, 2026
• Time: 9:00 AM for 5K, 9:45 AM for 1 Mile Pride Stride
• Location: 363 Riverside Pkwy NE, Rome, GA
• URL: Register Here

Event Overview

• Purpose: Fundraiser for Rome GA Pride, a nonprofit supporting the local LGBTQIA+ community.
• Theme: Bright, fun atmosphere for participants to show their pride.
• Inclusivity: All are welcome to participate and have fun!
• Post-Race Treat: Participants will enjoy muffins provided by Sunshine Bakery.

Registration Fees

• 5K: $30 Pre-Registration, $40 Day of Race
• 1 Mile: $25 Pre-Registration, $35 Day of Race
• T-shirt Guarantee: Register by March 11th for guaranteed shirt size.
• Ghost Runner: Support the cause without running: sign up as a 'Ghost Runner' to donate.

Race Route / Start-Finish & Parking

• Course: USATF-Certified 5K course through the scenic Oostanaula River Trails.
• Parking: Ample parking available at Ridge Ferry Park (Dog Park side).

Race Day Schedule

• 7:30 AM: Race Day Registration Opens
• 8:45 AM: Race Day Registration Closes
• 9:00 AM: 5K Start Time
• 9:45 AM: 1 Mile "Pride Stride" Fun Run/Walk

Packet Pick-Up

• Date: Friday, March 20th
• Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Location: GoGo Running, 1018 Martha Berry Blvd NE, Rome, GA 30165

Awards

• Categories: Awards for Top 3 Overall Male and Female, Top Masters, and Grandmasters.
• Age Groups: Awards for top finishers in various age categories.
• Nonbinary Awards: Specific awards for nonbinary participants across categories.
• 1 Mile Pride Stride: No awards: this fun run/walk is for smiles.

Additional Information

• Weather: This is a rain or shine event.
• Timing: Chip-timed by Wire2Wire Running, LLC using RFID technology.
• Results: Posted after the race on www.wire2wirerunning.com.