Run the Ridge 5k

Newnan, United States • 31 Jan 2026

Event overview

Born to Be Wild is a running event at McGuffey Nature Center held at the Coweta County Fairgrounds in Newnan, GA on January 31, 2026. The event is organized by Sole Roots Racing in partnership with Coweta County and the Southern Conservation Trust. It supports the Southern Conservation Trust’s fundraising for conservation advocacy, land conservation, and wildlife protection in the local community. The event features the SCT mascot Flint the River Otter, and registered children may choose either a Flint plushie or an event T-shirt; registrants are guaranteed a T-shirt if registered by 01/23/2026.

Distances, registration, and awards

  • 5K
  • 10K
  • 1-mile Fun Run

Registration fees vary by period. Early registration (Oct 9 - Dec 15): 5K $35, 10K $45, Fun Run $20. Regular registration (Dec 16 - Jan 24): 5K $40, 10K $50, Fun Run $20. Late/race week registration (Jan 25 - Jan 31): 5K $50, 10K $60, Fun Run $20. Awards are given to overall male and female finishers and to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in these age groups: 10 & under; 11-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+. There is also a Masters 40+ award category. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10k
5 km
Fun Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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