Southern Freeze 2027 Saturday, January 23, 2027 | 8:00 AM Columbus, Georgia It’s time to FREEZE! Southern Freeze is back for 2027 with 25K, 50K, and 50-mile distances along the beautiful RiverWalks of Columbus, Georgia, and Phenix City, Alabama. This urban ultra follows the Chattahoochee River and gives you a unique tour of Columbus along the way. You’ll pass some of the area’s best-known landmarks, including the world’s longest urban whitewater course, Columbus State University, the National Infantry Museum, Golden Park, and plenty of beautiful river views. And because this is an old-school ultra at heart, you can expect good food, good people, and plenty of support along the way. Want to FREEZE & FRY? Southern Freeze is only half the fun. Come back to Columbus in August for Southern Fried and experience the same RiverWalk when the temperatures are just a little different. Register for Freeze & Fry and you’ll be signed up for both the January Southern Freeze and the August Southern Fried, receive a registration discount, and earn a special Freeze & Fry award when you complete both races. Choose Your Freeze & Fry Challenge Freeze & Fry 50K Run the 25K at Southern Freeze in January + 25K at Southern Fried in August = 50K total. Freeze & Fry 100K Run the 50K at Southern Freeze + 50K at Southern Fried = 100K total. Freeze & Fry 100 Mile Run the 50 Mile at Southern Freeze + 50 Mile at Southern Fried = 100 miles total. One city. Two seasons. Two very different temperatures. First you Freeze. Then you Fry. Aid Stations Expect plenty of Southern ultrarunning favorites, including chicken noodle soup, grilled cheese, cookies, snacks, and more. We’ll also have plenty of hydration options, including water, Coke, and CeraSport. If you have special dietary needs or specific foods that you know work for you, please plan accordingly. Swag & Awards Every registered runner receives a race T-shirt and beanie, and all finishers receive a finisher medal. The 1st Place Overall finisher in each distance will also receive a special award. And, of course, runners who take on the Freeze & Fry challenge and complete both races will have a special award waiting for them after Southern Fried. Cutoffs 25K & 50K: 10 hours 50 Mile: 14 hours Whether this is your first ultra, your hundredth, or you just want an excuse to spend a day running beside the Chattahoochee, we’d love to have you join us. Come see Columbus on foot, eat some good food, make some new friends, and find out whether you’d rather Freeze or Fry. Southern Freeze 2027 Saturday, January 23, 2027 | 8:00 AM For course information, packet pickup, race details, and updates, visit Project 42 Running. Please note: No refunds or deferrals. When you sign up, you’re all in!
Jan 23, 2027
Distance — 25K
Type — Running
08:00
$70.00
Jan 23, 2027
Distance — 80.5K
Type — Running
08:00
$90.00
Jan 23, 2027
Distance — 50K
Type — Running
08:00
$80.00
Jan 23, 2027
Distance — 25K
Type — Running
08:00
$100.00
Jan 23, 2027
Distance — 80.5K
Type — Running
08:00
$140.00
Jan 23, 2027
Distance — 50K
Type — Running
08:00
$120.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for January in Columbus.
Learn more about the host city, Columbus.
Columbus is a consolidated city-county located on the west-central border of the U.S. state of Georgia. Columbus lies on the Chattahoochee River directly across from Phenix City, Alabama. It is the county seat of Muscogee County, with which it officially merged in 1970; the original merger excluded Bibb City, which joined in 2000 after dissolving its own city charter.
Read more launchTours and activities near Columbus, powered by Viator.
All-time top performances and historical records for Southern Freeze 50/50.
| Place | Name | Year | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Ross Alvaro | '24 | 8:02:42 | |
| 🥈 | Thomas Chelednik | '26 | 8:03:10 | |
| 🥉 | William Wheeler | '22 | 8:04:17 | |
| 4 | James Adams | '22 | 8:33:41 | |
| 5 | Diego Troy | '24 | 8:50:35 | |
| 6 | Christian McGowan | '26 | 8:54:26 | |
| 7 | Ethan Forbes | '26 | 8:55:37 | |
| 8 | Michael Pereiro | '24 | 9:06:21 | |
| 9 | Thomas Mason | '26 | 9:07:44 | |
| 10 | Ray Plasterer | '25 | 9:11:59 |
Read what other athletes have to say about their experience at the Southern Freeze 50/50.
Be the first to share your experience with the community!
Spotted an error or missing detail about the Southern Freeze 50/50? Help us improve.
Explore other exciting events happening in this same region.
location_on Columbus, Georgia, US
calendar_today Oct 23, 2026
Hand-picked events we think you’ll love.
Oct 12, 2026
Trails-Giving is the inaugural race of MDR Trails, set to take place on one of New Brunswick's most picturesque autumn …
Read more
Oct 12, 2026
Cross country races for grades K-8 with ribbons awarded to all finishers. All races finish on the varsity baseball fiel…
Read more
Oct 12, 2026
Toronto's Thanksgiving weekend welcomes runners of all levels with its annual 3K Turkey Time Trial. This iconic track r…
Read more
