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Run for the River 5K and Polar Plunge

Run for the River 5K and Polar Plunge is a running race on February 20, 2027 in Bowman, GA, with an entry fee of $35.

Date
February 20, 2027 (228 days to go)
Price
$35
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

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.

Following the run there will be an optional group Polar Plunge in the Broad River at the beautiful beach on the farm. We'll all be "freezin for a reason" together -- proceeds support the Broad River Watershed Association's water quality monitoring program.

Events

5K Trail Run and Optional Polar Plunge3.1 mi$35

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

58°

Typical Low

33°

Chance of Rain

34%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Elberton 2 N, 10 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:11 AMSunset 6:20 PMDaylight 11h 9m

Host City

About Bowman, GA

Nearest Airport

GSP

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport · 71 mi

Major Hub

ATL

Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 87 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run for the River 5K and Polar Plunge, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

228

Days to train

Race
Run for the River 5K and Polar Plunge
Date
February 20, 2027

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Bowman than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Run for the River 5K and Polar Plunge?+
Run for the River 5K and Polar Plunge is a running race held in Bowman, Georgia on February 20, 2027. 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 Run for the River 5K and Polar Plunge?+
Saturday, February 20, 2027 in Bowman, Georgia at 1261 Seymour Road. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Run for the River 5K and Polar Plunge?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Run for the River 5K and Polar Plunge

Feb 20, 2027

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