Event Description
Love running for a cause or just because you are able? Then YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS ONE!
Come out and join the Georgia Army National Guard as we run in remembrance of the 14 Rough Riders killed in action during the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. This 5K will be a run/walk/ruck with 14 push-ups once you cross the finish; push-ups are not required.
We'll be set up with Vendors & some cool military vehicles to check out so you & your kiddos don't want to miss this! There may even be some Fire & Police vehicles too! We look forward to strengthening/rebuilding our relationship with our community while running (or walking) for a cause.
This will be a flat & fast course through the park with some awesome, one-of-a kind awards only available at the Rough Rider Memorial 5K!
Money raised will go to the Rough Rider Association, which funds the 108th Morale, Welfare, and Recreation events for our Soldiers and their families.
Race shirts guaranteed through 8/31, afterwards, shirts will be available while supplies last.
Event details and schedule
Preview Pricing: (ends 4/30)
- 5K: $27
- Virtual 5K: $35
Early Pricing: (ends 5/31)
- 5K: $30
- Virtual 5K: $35
Regular Pricing: (ends 9/9)
- 5K: $35
- Virtual 5K: $35 (closes 9/10 @ 10AM)
Late Registration: (9/10)
- 5K: $40
* Race shirts guaranteed through 8/31, afterwards, shirts will be available while supplies last.
Money raised will go to the 1-108th Unit Fund to be used for Morale, Welfare, and Recreation events for our Soldiers and their families. Money will also go towards repairs and maintenance to the Rough Rider Memorial Wall at 108th Headquarters in Calhoun.
Great flat & fast course completely inside the park.
Awesome race shirt you'll be proud to wear! Guarantee your shirt size with registrations until 8/31.
One-of-a-Kind Engraved Tumblers & Rough Rider Decal awarded to the Top 3 M/F in the following Age Groups:
- 14 & Under
- 15 - 34
- 35-54
- 55-74
- 75+
Grab your friends...neighbors...come one, come all!
Racing/Running is F-U-N, and even better with a group of friends, family, etc. So grab them all...you'll have a great time & you'll score a great discount.
Groups/Teams of 5 & more will receive a discount of $3.00 after the 5th person registers under the Group/Team.
Can't make it out to the event site on race day?
Still want to participate and have a shot at an award? Or, maybe you saw the shirt and said: "Sweet...I want one!" Then the virtual race is for you. Run when & where you want, just submit your time by end of Race Day. We'll ship out virtual packages the week-day after event date! *Shipping available for continental US only.
New to Virtual Running? Here's how it works:
Step 1
Get excited, grab some friends and buddies to join you! Sign up and register for the Rough Rider Memorial Virtual 5K!
Step 2
Hydrate, grab your buddy (or not), and get ready to get moving!
Step 3
Get out there and run or walk! You can run at the park, your favorite route in your neighborhood; anywhere you want. Please remember to social distance & be safe!
Step 4
HAVE FUN!~
Share your distance, a selfie, or a picture along your race route and use the hashtag #RoughRider5K #fivestarrunning #fivestarntp
Step 5
Submit your results online directly onto RunSignUp from the Event Page or your Profile Page.
You can submit your race time anytime until 9/10/2022 11:59 PM..
Step 6
View your Virtual Results Monday after the Event Date.
All participants will automatically qualify for FREE entry into one of the 2022 Five Star Turkey Trots. See event website for details.
Top finishers will also qualify for entry into the Five Star 5K/10K Championships to be held January 8, 2023.
Our events are designed to be fun for the entire family. With that in mind; any
competitor, spectator, parent, volunteer, or sponsor, exhibiting unsportsmanlike
conduct or interfering with the positive, competitive atmosphere of the event will
be asked to leave the venue and course immediately with no refunds.
All registrations are final. There are no refunds, deferments, or transfers.
Event will take place rain or shine. In the event of extreme weather, we will cancel
for the safety of the participants...there are no refunds in this case.
Participants that do not show up to race/event forfeit their right to any swag.
No COVID-19 Refunds. If unforeseen circumstances arise due to COVID-19, including any Federal or State Health Emergency, refunds will not be provided. The event will go 100% Virtual & shirts will be shipped to participants.
August 28:
Deadline for Guaranteed shirt in your size
September 10:
7:00 am: Check-In & Race Day Registration opens
8:00 am: 5K Starts
