Wolf Nation 5K & Wolf Cub 1 Mile Run/Walk
- Date Sat 31st January 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Rome, Georgia
- Price $22.96 - $33.94
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and athleticism at the 8th Annual Wolf Nation 5K and Wolf Cub 1 Mile Run/Walk on Saturday, January 31st, 2026, in beautiful Rome, Floyd! This popular event kicks off at 9:00 AM with the USATF-certified 5K race, followed by the fun-filled Wolf Cub 1 Mile Run/Walk at 9:45 AM. With over 200 participants expected, this family-friendly race is perfect for runners and walkers of all ages, and strollers are welcome too!
Participants can look forward to professional timing by Wire2Wire Running, a flat and fast course, and exciting awards for top finishers across various age groups. Proceeds from the event will benefit Rome’s Cross Country and Track & Field teams, helping to enhance running programs for the community. Don’t miss your chance to register by January 23rd to guarantee your t-shirt and be part of this vibrant celebration of health and camaraderie. Join us rain, shine, or snow for a day filled with fun, fitness, and friendly competition!
Participants can look forward to professional timing by Wire2Wire Running, a flat and fast course, and exciting awards for top finishers across various age groups. Proceeds from the event will benefit Rome’s Cross Country and Track & Field teams, helping to enhance running programs for the community. Don’t miss your chance to register by January 23rd to guarantee your t-shirt and be part of this vibrant celebration of health and camaraderie. Join us rain, shine, or snow for a day filled with fun, fitness, and friendly competition!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 31ST, 2026, AS ROME H.S. HOSTS THE 8_TH ANNUAL_ WOLF NATION 5K & WOLF CUB 1 MI. RUN/WALK. THE RACE HAS CONSISTENTLY DRAWN OVER 200 RUNNERS & WALKERS EACH YEAR.
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9:00AM 5K
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9:45AM 1 MILE
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10:15AM _AWARDS CEREMONY _
PROCEEDS AND DONATIONS from this annual race will benefit Rome's Cross Country/Track & Field teams and will help to build our running programs.
THIS USATF-CERTIFIED 5K COURSE (_GA25003WC_) is relatively-flat, is quite fast, and will once again be professionally-timed using RFID electronic chip technology by _WIRE2WIRE RUNNING._
STROLLERS ARE WELCOME!
ENTRY FEES
5K $30* (Note: $40 on race day)
1 Mile $15 (Note: $20 on race day)
REMINDER!! * T-SHIRT SIZE _GUARANTEED _TO ALL WHO REGISTER BY FRIDAY, _JANUARY 23RD._
PRE-REGISTRATION
_On-line Pre-Registration_ officially closes at 11:00pm, Sunday, January 25th, 2026. __
_Paper Registration:_ _Manual/Paper Registration_ is due at the RHS main office by Friday, January 23rd, 2026 at 3:30 pm. All team participants are asked to submit waivers and payments to the front office, or you may register here online.
Make checks payable to: 'R.H.S. Running Boosters', ATTN: Leah Anderson 1000 Veterans Memorial Hwy., Rome, GA 30161
PACKET PICK-UP: Friday, January 30th, 2026 from 3:00 PM - 7:00pm at _GOGO RUNNING_, 1018 Martha Blvd., Rome, GA 30165
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
You may register at Rome High School on Saturday morning, beginning at 7:30am. Race Day registration closes at 8:45am.
AWARDS
5K OVERALL: Awards will be given to the Top Three (3) Overall M&F finishers, as well as the Top Master M&F.
5K AGE GROUPS: Awards will be given to the Top Three (3) male/female finishers in each of the following age groups: 10&Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70 & Over. There will also be an award for the Youngest Cub as well as the Alpha Wolf (most experienced runner).
WOLF CUB 1 MILE RUN/WALK: Awards will be given on race day to the Top 3 finishers (male & female) for ages 3-8, 9-12, and 13-17. The Wolf Club 1 Mile Run/Walk is open to all ages; however, awards will be geared to the younger participants.
_Please Note_: This is a Rain-or-Shine-or-Snow event.
*
9:00AM 5K
*
9:45AM 1 MILE
*
10:15AM _AWARDS CEREMONY _
PROCEEDS AND DONATIONS from this annual race will benefit Rome's Cross Country/Track & Field teams and will help to build our running programs.
THIS USATF-CERTIFIED 5K COURSE (_GA25003WC_) is relatively-flat, is quite fast, and will once again be professionally-timed using RFID electronic chip technology by _WIRE2WIRE RUNNING._
STROLLERS ARE WELCOME!
ENTRY FEES
5K $30* (Note: $40 on race day)
1 Mile $15 (Note: $20 on race day)
REMINDER!! * T-SHIRT SIZE _GUARANTEED _TO ALL WHO REGISTER BY FRIDAY, _JANUARY 23RD._
PRE-REGISTRATION
_On-line Pre-Registration_ officially closes at 11:00pm, Sunday, January 25th, 2026. __
_Paper Registration:_ _Manual/Paper Registration_ is due at the RHS main office by Friday, January 23rd, 2026 at 3:30 pm. All team participants are asked to submit waivers and payments to the front office, or you may register here online.
Make checks payable to: 'R.H.S. Running Boosters', ATTN: Leah Anderson 1000 Veterans Memorial Hwy., Rome, GA 30161
PACKET PICK-UP: Friday, January 30th, 2026 from 3:00 PM - 7:00pm at _GOGO RUNNING_, 1018 Martha Blvd., Rome, GA 30165
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
You may register at Rome High School on Saturday morning, beginning at 7:30am. Race Day registration closes at 8:45am.
AWARDS
5K OVERALL: Awards will be given to the Top Three (3) Overall M&F finishers, as well as the Top Master M&F.
5K AGE GROUPS: Awards will be given to the Top Three (3) male/female finishers in each of the following age groups: 10&Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70 & Over. There will also be an award for the Youngest Cub as well as the Alpha Wolf (most experienced runner).
WOLF CUB 1 MILE RUN/WALK: Awards will be given on race day to the Top 3 finishers (male & female) for ages 3-8, 9-12, and 13-17. The Wolf Club 1 Mile Run/Walk is open to all ages; however, awards will be geared to the younger participants.
_Please Note_: This is a Rain-or-Shine-or-Snow event.
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