What race distances can I run in Columbus?
Columbus has 5K (15), Half Marathon (3). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Georgia · Race calendar
2026-2027 Running Races in Columbus, Georgia
Upcoming running races in and near Columbus, Georgia - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
16 upcoming races · 13 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Columbus races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Oct 10, 2026The Mill District 5K - Great Granny Gallop Columbus, GAFrom $35Details Fri, Oct 23, 20262026 Paint the Town Pink 5K Fun Walk Run Columbus, GAFrom $40Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Columbus Firefighters Charity 5K Columbus, GAFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Sims Vickers Memorial Let It Shine 5K Columbus, GAFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Holiday Classic Series Columbus, GAFrom $90Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Big Dog Howl 5K Columbus, GAFrom $30Details Mon, Nov 2, 2026Porch Dog to Big Dog - November Columbus, GAFreeDetails Fri, Nov 6, 2026Light Up the Valley 5K Glow Run Columbus, GAFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 7, 202611th Annual Viking Turkey Trot 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run Columbus, GAFrom $15Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Columbus, GA (45) Columbus, GAFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Beat the Bird 5K & 10K Columbus, GAFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Big Dog Jingle Columbus, GAFrom $30Details Sat, Jan 9, 2027Red Nose Half Marathon Columbus, GAFreeDetails Sat, Feb 27, 2027Run for MercyMed 5k Columbus, GAFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 20, 2027Heroes of America Marathon/Half Marathon/5K Columbus, GAFrom $20Details Sat, Mar 27, 2027The Anime 5k Columbus, GAFrom $30Details
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Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Columbus. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Oct 8, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Columbus
When is race season in Columbus?
October is the busiest month for races in Columbus, with 6 of the 16, followed by November with 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Columbus races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 13 races in Columbus with published results, the typical median finish is around 35:17, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Columbus?
Browse Columbus run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Columbus?
Yes, one race around Columbus gets you off the pavement: 1 mixes road and trail.