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Augusta Running Events Draw Crowds at Three Major Local Venues
Facilities including SRP Park, New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam Park and Savannah River Brewing Co. host scheduled running events and weekly programs in 2026.
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The Augusta Half Marathon/10K/5K is scheduled for February 28, 2026, with registration for the February 27, 2027 edition already open, underscoring ongoing use of established local routes and facilities for organized running events.
These scheduled activities draw on fixed venues and recurring training options that enable consistent participation without reliance on temporary setups. Runners and organizers use the same parks, brewery grounds and commercial training outlets year after year, creating stable infrastructure for fitness programming across Augusta.
SRP Park in North Augusta
The Big Run celebrating Global Running Day is set for Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at SRP Park in North Augusta, SC. The event includes a 5K and a Kids' 1-mile run, utilizing the park's existing paths and open spaces for both competitive and family distances.
New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam Park
The Fifth Annual Run the Runway 5K takes place on March 14, 2026, at New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam Park. Proceeds benefit America's Warrior Partnership, with the park serving as the fixed location for the race course.
Savannah River Brewing Co. and Fleet Feet Augusta
A weekly Sunday Morning Run Club meets every Sunday at 10:30 AM at Savannah River Brewing Co. in downtown Augusta for an approximately three-mile run followed by a free beer. Fleet Feet Augusta provides free running training programs, including a Fall Marathon Training series beginning August 17, 2026, and a Fall Half Marathon/10K/5K series starting September 7, 2026. These offerings operate from the retailer's established Augusta location and pair with the listed event venues to maintain year-round access to guided runs and group training.
Event calendars list the specific dates and start locations for each activity, confirming the venues remain the operational backbone for these programs. Participants can locate registration details through the listed sources for the Augusta Half Marathon/10K/5K and related training series.