Born to be Wild

Born to be Wild takes place in Newnan, Georgia, on December 12, 2026, with three formats. A Fun Run of 1 mile (1.6 km) opens the morning at 8:30 AM, then the 5K (3.1 miles) and the 10K (6.2 miles) start together at 9:00 AM. The shared start for the two longer races means you can decide between them based on what your training supports rather than on logistics.

If you are choosing, the 10K asks for a bit more aerobic base, roughly six weeks of running four times a week with one longer run each weekend, while the 5K rewards short, sharp work and can be raced off a lighter schedule. The mile fun run is there for children and for anyone who wants to take part without covering a serious distance. December in Georgia is cool enough to race hard, so dress lighter than you expect to want at the start.