If you are looking for races in Athens, Georgia, you have come to the right place. Athens has a growing running scene with 10 races listed in our directory, including 5 upcoming events in 2026. Whether you are lacing up for your first 5K or chasing a new personal record, there is something here for every runner.
Upcoming Races in Athens, Georgia
Here is a look at the top upcoming races in Athens this year. We update our listings weekly so you always have the most current information.
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M, Athens, GA (28)
Date: July 11, 2026
Distance: 10K
Head to Athens, GA for this multi-distance event featuring 5K, 10K, and half marathon options, with racing kicking off at 8:00 AM and packet pickup available from 7:30-7:50 AM. Read full details →
Fleet Feet’s 13th Birthday Party!
Date: July 13, 2026
Come celebrate Fleet Feet Athens’ 13th birthday bash on July 13th, 2026, with a fun evening run or walk featuring 1, 3, and 5-mile options starting at 6pm, complete with HOKA demo shoes to try out, refreshments from Journey Juice, a 360-degree photo booth, and exciting giveaways. Read full details →
Coach Mikes Run Through The Woods XC 5K
Date: August 1, 2026
Distance: 5K
Come challenge yourself with one of the oldest cross country 5K races through the woods behind the Athens YMCA. Read full details →
Chocolate Chip Cookie Day 4.44K
Date: August 1, 2026
Celebrate National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day with this virtual 4.44K race taking place around August 4, 2026, which you can run anywhere. Submit your finish times by August 5 at cloverglove. Read full details →
Fleet Feet Firefly Five-Miler
Date: August 23, 2026
Looking for a 5-mile run that doubles as a charitable cause? Fleet Feet Athens and Oconee are hosting this fundraiser for the Firefly Trail Race Series in Athens, GAa distance that works great whether you’re training for a half marathon or marathon. Read full details →
Why Run in Athens?
Running events in Athens offer a mix of community fun runs, charity 5Ks, and competitive road races throughout the year. The local running community is active and welcoming to runners of all levels — from first-timers to seasoned racers. Many of these events benefit local charities and organizations, making race day about more than just your finish time.
Find More Races in Georgia
Athens is just one part of a thriving Georgia running scene. If you want to explore more events across the state, check out our full race listings for Georgia — we track every upcoming running event from 1 mile fun runs to full marathons.
Get Ready to Race
Found a race you want to run? The next step is making sure you are properly trained for it. Whether you are a first-timer aiming to finish or a veteran chasing a PR, having the right training plan makes all the difference.
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Good luck out there — see you at the finish line in Athens!
