Big Dog Heatwave 5 Miler
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- 12 W 11th St., Columbus, GA
- Distance
- 5 Miler
From the Organizer
Location: Start @ Lake Oliver Marina @ 5501 River Rd; Finish @ Big Dog Uptown on 11th St.
Distance: 5 Miles
Date: July 18, 2026
Course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6113923351/
Race Start Time: 8:00 AM
Cost: Early-Bird Registration: $30 through July 3; Price increases to $40 on July 4 - July 17; No race day registration!
Award Categories: 1st, 2nd & 3rd overall; 1st Masters; under 14, 15-19, 10-year age groups up to 70+; Male / Female in all categories
T-Shirt: To be guaranteed a shirt be registered by July 10th at 12 noon
Description: A point to point 5 mile race! We suggest parking near the finish with a friend and take one car to the start line. THERE WILL NOT BE BUSES TO TAKE YOU TO THE START OR FINISH LINE.
Packet Pick Up: At Big Dog Fleet Feet at 12 W 11th Street on Friday, July 17th from 12 - 6 PM ONLY
Part of the CRR Summer Series. If registered for Summer Series do not need to sign up for individual race.
Beneficiary: Lifebridge Child Advocacy YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2egjSTCXVY
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
93°
Typical Low
74°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Columbus Metro Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Columbus, GA
Population
204,383
as of 2023
Elevation
344 ft
Nearest Airport
CSG
Columbus Airport · 2 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 84 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Big Dog Heatwave 5 Miler, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Big Dog Heatwave 5 Miler?
- Big Dog Heatwave 5 Miler is a running race held in Columbus, Georgia on July 18, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Big Dog Heatwave 5 Miler?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Columbus, Georgia at 12 W 11th St., Columbus, GA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Big Dog Heatwave 5 Miler?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Big Dog Heatwave 5 Miler
Jul 18, 2026