Run for the River 5K and Polar Plunge
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Saturday, February 20, 2027, first start 12:00 PM, in Bowman (1261 Seymour Road). Distances: 5K. Entry from $35.
Course and race notes
A unique 5K Trail Run through a privately-owned farm managed for conservation and recreation.
The race starts and finishes along the banks of the Broad River with the race route meandering through meadows, hardwood forest, and long-leaf pine. Walkers are welcome.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, February 20
2027 · in 105 days
Start time
12:00 PM
Earliest wave
Course
Trail
Dirt or single-track on at least part of the course
Distances
5K
Price
$35
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No price increase published
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Fri Feb 19 (in 104 days)
Opened Jul 31, 2026
Race day in Bowman
Weather
58° / 33°F
Typical high and low for February 20, with a 34% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Elberton 2 N, GA (10.5 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:12 AM – 6:19 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Where it is
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Feb 19
Where to stay
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Trip cost
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