Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (32)
Athens, GA's Ninja Half Marathon offers a fast, flat course with a strong community feel.
Race Date
Aug 8, 2026
Location
Athens, GA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Location
- Athens, Georgia
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
This US Road Running event in Athens, GA, presents a straightforward challenge for runners aiming for a personal best. The half marathon course is a pure out-and-back, designed for speed with minimal elevation change.
Runners will experience a familiar out-and-back format, repeating the course four times to complete the 13.1 miles. The course is certified and known for its flat profile, making it a prime candidate for achieving a new personal record. With a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, it's also accessible for a wide range of runners.
The event emphasizes community and fun, with awards for best costume adding a unique flair. Finisher medals and shirts are standard perks, contributing to a solid race-day experience for participants.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration. Additional Information Parking lot near starting point https://maps.app.goo.gl/EFwtDUwqQ1ymp6x47 5K & 10K Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6531373447 The course is an out-and-back (3.11M). The 5K does the out-and-back one time. The 10K does the out-and-back two times. Half Marathon Course (1.64M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5986319710 The course is an out-and-back (3.28M). The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times. Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes. Finisher Medals https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php Shirt and Gear Shop https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php Best Costume https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php Series Points https://usroadrunning.com/S.php Awards https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php Frequently Asked Questions and Information https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
North Oconee River Greenway Trailhead @ North Oconee Access Rd., Athens, GA, 30605
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 88°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
70°
Afternoon (High)
88°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.2"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
77%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (32)?
The Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (32) is held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (32) take place?
It takes place in Athens, Georgia.
What distances does the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (32) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (32) course flat and good for a PR?
The Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Athens, GA (32) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
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