Barney's Run for Warriors takes place at 2325 Lake Park Drive in Albany, Georgia on November 14, 2026. The event offers four distance options: 1 mile, 5K, 10K, and half marathon, accommodating runners of varying fitness levels and goals. The race starts at 8:30 AM. Entry fees range from $25 to $70 depending on distance and registration timing. If you're traveling to Albany for this event, you'll want accommodation within reasonable driving distance of Lake Park Drive to minimize pre-race travel time and allow for an early arrival on race morning.
From the Race Organizer
14th Annual Barney's Run for Warriors RESCUE TWO LIVES- a veteran and a dog! We are proud supporters of K9’s for Warriors based in Ponte Vedra, Florida. Proceeds from our race purchase a highly trained service dog for an area veteran. Ninety five percent of the dogs trained by K9’s are rescued from shelters with high kill rates. The veterans that graduate from the K9’s for Warriors program are able to resume a more normal life. Our 13.1, 10 k , and 5 k races are USATF certified. CASH PRIZE FOR OVERALL FEMALE AND MALE IN THE 1/2 MARATHON , 10K and 5K!!!!! Remember you can bring your dog to run with you on the 1mile, 5K or the 10K. Enjoy running on our nearly flat, paved, and well marked courses through Albany neighborhoods. We have plenty of water stations, pit stops, great t-shirts and swag bags. Help stop the 22 daily suicides of our military veterans and honor them with a lifesaving service dog. Give them both a new leash on life. T-Shirts registration Deadline is: November 5th! T-Shirts are a cotton/poly blend so please size up!!! Shirt Sizes are: YM,YL , YXL and Adult: S,M,L, XL, XXL and XXXL, and 4XL. Awards: Medals given to the 10K & 5K Runners, Male & Female. Finishing Medals for 13.1 & 1 Mile. Medals given to the Top Three Male & Female Finishers in 9 Age Groups for the 10K & 5K. Age Groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and above Best American Spirit School Award will be given to the school with most participants in the 13.1, 10K, 5K, & 1 Mile. Packet pickup will be Friday, November 13th- Location to be determined Also you can pickup on Race day from 7:45- 8:45 a.m. behind Phoebe Northwest located at 2336 Dawson Rd. on the corner of Watergate Ln. & Lake Park Dr. On Race Day: Registration will be from 7:45 a.m.- 8:45 a.m. We recommend using the QR Code to register and paying by a credit card/debit so registration is not held up. Thanks in advance from the Barney's Crew:) 1/2 Marathon starts at 8:30 A.M. 10K & 5K start at 8:45 A.M. 1 Mile start at 9:00 A.M.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for November 14.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Albany, 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
When is Barney’s Run for Warriors 2026 — Albany, GA?
Barney’s Run for Warriors 2026 — Albany, GA takes place on November 14, 2026. The race is held in Albany, Georgia.
Where is Barney’s Run for Warriors 2026 — Albany, GA held?
Barney’s Run for Warriors 2026 — Albany, GA is held at 2325 Lake Park Drive in Albany, Georgia.
Where can I find hotels near Barney’s Run for Warriors 2026 — Albany, GA?
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