Beat the Bird 5K & 10K
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Columbus, Georgia
- Price $32.80 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Beat the Bird 5K & 10K, taking place on Saturday, November 21, 2026, in Columbus, Muscogee! This vibrant event, hosted at Hardaway High School, offers both a 5K and a 10K race, starting at 8:00 AM. Participants can enjoy scenic courses that blend road and trails, making for a refreshing running experience.
Runners of all ages are encouraged to join in on the fun, with awards for the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as top masters and age group categories ranging from 14 and under to 70+. Every participant will receive a medal, and those who register by November 13, 2026, will also secure a race shirt. Don’t miss out on this festive race that’s part of the Holiday Classic Series, and remember: packet pickup will be available on November 20, 2026, at Big Dog Fleet Feet. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and holiday spirit!
Runners of all ages are encouraged to join in on the fun, with awards for the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as top masters and age group categories ranging from 14 and under to 70+. Every participant will receive a medal, and those who register by November 13, 2026, will also secure a race shirt. Don’t miss out on this festive race that’s part of the Holiday Classic Series, and remember: packet pickup will be available on November 20, 2026, at Big Dog Fleet Feet. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and holiday spirit!
Organiser's Description
LOCATION: HARDAWAY HIGH SCHOOL
DISTANCE: 5K & 10K
DATE: NOV 21, 2026
COURSES: ROAD & RAILS TO TRAILS
5K: HTTPS://WWW.MAPMYRUN.COM/ROUTES/VIEW/2717862220 [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2717862220]
10K: HTTPS://WWW.MAPMYRUN.COM/ROUTES/VIEW/5818408765 [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5818408765]
RACE START TIME: 8:00 AM FOR 5K & 10K
5K COST PER: _CRR MEMBER: _$30; _NON MEMBER__:_ $35
AWARD CATEGORIES: TOP 3 OVERALL M/F, TOP 1 MASTERS M/F, TOP 3 AGE GROUPS: 14-UNDER, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ M/F
MEDAL FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS.
MUST BE REGISTERED BY THURSDAY 11/13/26 TO BE GUARANTEED SHIRT.
DESCRIPTION: PART OF THE HOLIDAY CLASSIC SERIES. DO NOT REGISTER IF YOU HAVE ALREADY REGISTERED FOR THE SERIES.
PACKET PICK UP: NOV 20, 2026 @ BIG DOG FLEET FEET 12 W 11TH ST FROM 12 - 6 PM NO RACE DAY PICKUP
PART OF THE COLUMBUS ROADRUNNER HOLIDAY SERIES. IF SIGNED UP FOR SERIES DO NOT NEED TO SIGN UP FOR INDIVIDUAL RACE.
DISTANCE: 5K & 10K
DATE: NOV 21, 2026
COURSES: ROAD & RAILS TO TRAILS
5K: HTTPS://WWW.MAPMYRUN.COM/ROUTES/VIEW/2717862220 [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2717862220]
10K: HTTPS://WWW.MAPMYRUN.COM/ROUTES/VIEW/5818408765 [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5818408765]
RACE START TIME: 8:00 AM FOR 5K & 10K
5K COST PER: _CRR MEMBER: _$30; _NON MEMBER__:_ $35
AWARD CATEGORIES: TOP 3 OVERALL M/F, TOP 1 MASTERS M/F, TOP 3 AGE GROUPS: 14-UNDER, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ M/F
MEDAL FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS.
MUST BE REGISTERED BY THURSDAY 11/13/26 TO BE GUARANTEED SHIRT.
DESCRIPTION: PART OF THE HOLIDAY CLASSIC SERIES. DO NOT REGISTER IF YOU HAVE ALREADY REGISTERED FOR THE SERIES.
PACKET PICK UP: NOV 20, 2026 @ BIG DOG FLEET FEET 12 W 11TH ST FROM 12 - 6 PM NO RACE DAY PICKUP
PART OF THE COLUMBUS ROADRUNNER HOLIDAY SERIES. IF SIGNED UP FOR SERIES DO NOT NEED TO SIGN UP FOR INDIVIDUAL RACE.
Races
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5k Member
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$32.80
OPENS 01 JAN 26 -
5k Non-Member
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$38.10
OPENS 01 JAN 26 -
10K Member
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$32.80
OPENS 01 JAN 26 -
10K Non-Member
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st November 2026 (8:00AM EST)
$38.10
OPENS 01 JAN 26
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Hardaway High School, 2901 College Dr, Columbus, 31906, GA, United States
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