The Big Gay 5K & 1Mi. Pride Stride
- Date Sat 1st March 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Rome, Georgia
- Price $28.45 - $33.94
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to celebrate pride and fitness at the inaugural Big Gay 5K & 1 Mile Pride Stride, taking place on Saturday, March 1st, 2025, in beautiful Rome, Georgia! This uplifting event kicks off at 9:00 AM with a vibrant 5K race, followed by the fun-filled 1 Mile Pride Stride at 9:45 AM. Participants of all backgrounds are invited to join in the festivities, showcasing their true colors while supporting the local LGBTQIA+ community.
The scenic route winds through the picturesque Oostanaula River Trails, making it a delightful experience for both runners and walkers alike. With registration fees starting at just $30 for the 5K and $25 for the 1 Mile, early registration is encouraged to guarantee your preferred t-shirt size. Whether you run, walk, or choose to be a 'Ghost Runner' supporting the cause without hitting the pavement, your participation helps pave the way for the upcoming Rome GA Pride festival in June. So mark your calendars and get ready for a day filled with joy, pride, and community spirit!
The scenic route winds through the picturesque Oostanaula River Trails, making it a delightful experience for both runners and walkers alike. With registration fees starting at just $30 for the 5K and $25 for the 1 Mile, early registration is encouraged to guarantee your preferred t-shirt size. Whether you run, walk, or choose to be a 'Ghost Runner' supporting the cause without hitting the pavement, your participation helps pave the way for the upcoming Rome GA Pride festival in June. So mark your calendars and get ready for a day filled with joy, pride, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
SATURDAY, MARCH 1ST, 2025 9:00AM
ROME, GA
We Invite you to join us for the Inaugural "The Big Gay 5K & 1Mi. Pride Stride!" The 5K race will be held Saturday morning, March 1st, 2025 at 9:00 AM. The 1 Mile Pride Stride will begin at 9:45 AM.
The fundraiser is for _Rome GA Pride_. We are a nonprofit and any funds we raise go to help the local LGBTQIA+ community. The Big Gay 5K/1Mi. is an event raising funds for Pride (_the festival is in June_). We encourage people to show their Pride at the race!! We want it to be bright and fun, so people can show their true colors, show their pride, and be themselves in a safe space. All are welcome to participate and have fun!
RACE REGISTRATION FEES:
*$30 -- 5K -- Pre-Registration Entry Fee / $40 Day of Race
*$25 -- 1 Mile -- Pre-Registration Entry Fee / $35 Day of Race
PLEASE NOTE: T-shirt size is Guaranteed if you REGISTER by WEDN., FEB. 20th. (While registration will still remain open until Sun., Feb. 23rd, we simply cannot guarantee you get the shirt size you want beyond Feb. 20th.) Register EARLY!!
WANT TO SUPPORT THE CAUSE but NOT RUN/WALK THE RACE?? Be 'Ghost Runner' and sign up that way. No shirt, no problem. DONATE to HELP.
RACE ROUTE / START-FINISH & PARKING:
* This USATF-Certified 5K Course is scenic and very fast, and meanders through the beautiful Oostanaula River Trails of Rome.
* There is 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 Top 3 Overall Female Winners
* Top Male Master and Top Female Master
* Top Male Grandmaster and Top Female Grandmaster
* 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
* Top Overall Nonbinary Winner
* Top Masters Nonbinary Winner
* Top Grandmaster Nonbinary Winner
* Top Nonbinary in the following Age Categories: 19-Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over
NOTE: There are no awards for the 1 Mile Pride Stride....this Fun Run/Walk is just for smiles.
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 www.wire2wirerunning.com [https://www.wire2wirerunning.com]
ROME, GA
We Invite you to join us for the Inaugural "The Big Gay 5K & 1Mi. Pride Stride!" The 5K race will be held Saturday morning, March 1st, 2025 at 9:00 AM. The 1 Mile Pride Stride will begin at 9:45 AM.
The fundraiser is for _Rome GA Pride_. We are a nonprofit and any funds we raise go to help the local LGBTQIA+ community. The Big Gay 5K/1Mi. is an event raising funds for Pride (_the festival is in June_). We encourage people to show their Pride at the race!! We want it to be bright and fun, so people can show their true colors, show their pride, and be themselves in a safe space. All are welcome to participate and have fun!
RACE REGISTRATION FEES:
*$30 -- 5K -- Pre-Registration Entry Fee / $40 Day of Race
*$25 -- 1 Mile -- Pre-Registration Entry Fee / $35 Day of Race
PLEASE NOTE: T-shirt size is Guaranteed if you REGISTER by WEDN., FEB. 20th. (While registration will still remain open until Sun., Feb. 23rd, we simply cannot guarantee you get the shirt size you want beyond Feb. 20th.) Register EARLY!!
WANT TO SUPPORT THE CAUSE but NOT RUN/WALK THE RACE?? Be 'Ghost Runner' and sign up that way. No shirt, no problem. DONATE to HELP.
RACE ROUTE / START-FINISH & PARKING:
* This USATF-Certified 5K Course is scenic and very fast, and meanders through the beautiful Oostanaula River Trails of Rome.
* There is 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 Top 3 Overall Female Winners
* Top Male Master and Top Female Master
* Top Male Grandmaster and Top Female Grandmaster
* 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
* Top Overall Nonbinary Winner
* Top Masters Nonbinary Winner
* Top Grandmaster Nonbinary Winner
* Top Nonbinary in the following Age Categories: 19-Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over
NOTE: There are no awards for the 1 Mile Pride Stride....this Fun Run/Walk is just for smiles.
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 www.wire2wirerunning.com [https://www.wire2wirerunning.com]
Races
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The Big Gay 5K
Incl. $3.94 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st March 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$33.94
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'GHOST RUNNER' -- I Would Like to Support the Cause, but Will Not Be Able to Attend the Event.
Incl. $3.94 Fee & T-Shirt
$33.94
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The 1 Mile Pride Stride
Incl. $3.45 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st March 2025 (9:45AM EST)
$28.45
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The Big Gay 5K & 1Mi. Pride Stride