Roman Rumble 5K

Race Overview

Join us for the 31st Annual RΘMAN RUMBLE 5K in Rome, GA!

• Date: Saturday, October 17th, 2026
• Location: 393 Riverside Pkwy NE, Rome, GA
• Race URL: Roman Rumble 5K
• Event: Historic 5K running event open to everyone, with prizes!

Event Schedule

• 6:30 AM: Race Day Registration/Packet Pick-up Opens
• 7:45 AM: Race Day Registration Closes
• 8:00 AM: 5K Start
• 9:00 AM: 1 Mile Start

Age Group Races

• 9:15 AM: 'Little Person's Run' (Ages: Adorable & Under)
• Awards Ceremony: 9:20 AM
• Prizes: Overall: Masters: Grandmasters: Age Groups: Prize Drawings
• Pre-registration: Early Bird pricing until Sept. 30th

Registration Information

• Pricing: 5K: $30 / 1 Mile: $25
• Youth Rate: $20 for ages 18 & Under
• Price Increase: Starting August 1st
• Day of Registration: $40 for both races

Course Details

• 5K: USATF-Certified Course, qualifying event for the 2026 AJC Peachtree Road Race
• 1 Mile: Scenic route along Oostanaula River Trail
• Start/Finish Area: Near Dog Park side of Ridge Ferry Park
• Parking: Ample parking available near start/finish area

Awards and Timing

• 5K Awards: Top 3 Male & Female finishers
• Medal Awards: Age groups from 10 & Under to 70 & Over
• 1 Mile Awards: Overall Boy and Girl Winners, Top 3 Age Group finishers
• Timing: Provided by Wire2WireRunning, LLC with RFID timing chip

Charity Support

Proceeds will support Harbor House, dedicated to helping children in need. For further details, visit: Harbor House

Weather Contingency

This event will take place rain or shine, regardless of weather conditions.