Columbus Botanical Gardens 5K
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Event overview
The Columbus Botanical Gardens 5K takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Columbus Botanical Gardens, 3603 Weems Rd, Columbus, GA 31909. The event is a 5K run. The course is listed as TBD; the organizer describes the route as winding through trails around Lake Heath and the gardens' own trails. The race is part of the CRR Classic Series; participants already signed up for the Classic Series do not need to register for this individual race.
Registration, awards and logistics
Registration fees change by date: $30 until April 17, 2026; $35 from April 18 through May 1, 2026 (ending at 6:00 PM); $40 for race day registration onsite (available 6:45 - 7:45 AM). To be guaranteed a commemorative race shirt, registration must be completed by April 17. Packet pick-up is at Big Dog Running Co, 12 11th St, on Friday, May 1 (12:00 - 6:00 PM), and on Saturday at Columbus Botanical Gardens. All finishers receive a finishers award. Award categories for the 5K include 1st-3rd overall, 1st Masters, age groups under 14, 15-19, then 10-year age groups up to 70+, with male and female divisions for all categories. Proceeds will be donated to Columbus Botanical Gardens after expenses. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
