We are hitting a big milestone this year. Be apart of the 15th Annual Roopville Hornet 5K race on Saturday, September 19, 2026. This certified course offers the fun racing experience in Roopville with scenic rolling hills and pasture lands near the downtown. Proceeds benefit the PTO of Roopville Elementary School. If you are registering as a student between the ages of 1-17 the price is automatically reduced to $15 and applied during the online check-out for the 5K race. Important information to note: Location- Roopville Elementary School (RES) Packet pickup: Friday at the elementary school from 2:20-5 pm and beginning race day at 7am along with race day registration at 7am Dash to the Finish: 8:00 am Roopville Hornet 5K: 8:30 am Pelican's Sno Balls and local food truck. Race day parking is available behind the elementary school. This is very convenient to both the start and finish line, please take advantage of this great area to park! This race is USATF Certified Course: GA21017WC !
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 19.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Roopville, GA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
