Christina Latini Memorial 8K
Please join us as we celebrate Christina and support Operation Sweet Tooth on March 21, 2026.
To help our grieving process and keep Christina’s spirit alive, we created a non-profit organization called Operation Sweet Tooth. Our mission is to honor Christina by supporting the youth of our community. Our goal is to raise funds, toys, personal items, and school supplies for the children in our community who are sick, impoverished, displaced, homeless, or just need their spirits lifted.
We know there are many race options each weekend as we head into the Spring. We hope you consider participating in our race, to honor a little girl who was full of life until her last breath, as well as support Operation Sweet Tooth to assist children in our community who are less fortunate.
Run Jen Run 5K
How You Can Make An Impact
Register to run or walk at our in-person event on March 21, 2026, at Symphony Park. Your participation helps raise critical funds for Go Jen Go's Patient Assistance and family support programs helping local breast cancer patients.
NEW in 2026 - all breast cancer survivors, thrivers and fighters register for free! If you are a breast cancer survivor, thriver or fighter, reach out to Carrie@gojengo.org for a code for a free registration.
The event features a 5K, Fun Run, a festival with music, and a family fun zone full of games and bounce houses. There will also be local food vendors, beverages, and community-driven sponsors showcasing their businesses.
Create A Team
Ask your family, friends, and co-workers to join you by creating a team! Awards will be presented to the Largest Team and Top Fundraising Team on Race Day.
Fundraise
Donations make a huge impact! With your financial support, we can assist all of the eligible breast cancer patients as soon as they need it! Click here to donate, or you have the choice to donate to a participant of the event.
Survivors & Thrivers
Breast cancer survivors and thrivers will receive VIP treatment in the Survivor/Thriver Corner. This area is dedicated to celebrating them and gives them a space to relax, feel supported and connect with one another.
Charlotte's Dog Jog
Join us for the fifth annual Dog Jog at McAlpine Creek Park!
Whether you have a furry friend or not, Charlotte’s Dog Jog offers something for everyone. Our 5K run takes place on one of the most famous cross-country courses in the Southeastern United States and is suitable for all ages and fitness levels!
Sarcoma Sucks 5k+
Sarcoma Sucks....but together we can do something about it. Help us take the fight to sarcoma, which is a rare but very aggressive form of cancer that impacts 1% of adult cancers and 15 to 20% of childhood cancers.
This unique run/walk is in memory of three family members we have lost to forms of sarcoma - Jenny Harman, a beloved mother of two that lost her battle three years ago. Last year, we also lost her uncle, Jeff Grose, to another form of this terrible disease. Jenny’s grandmother, Faye Grose, also passed from a rare form of sarcoma. This fight is very personal for our family!
Sarcoma Sucks will have a standard 5k track of 3.1 miles with chip timing by Start 2 Finish, but Jenny's birthday was March 20 (3.20 if you'll go with me on this) - so we will work a little harder and push a little further, just as she did in her fight. We are asking all participants to complete the standard 5k track and finish with a 0.1 mile Memorial Walk. That makes our total 3.20 miles to honor Jenny's birthday, as well as the start of Spring and the new hope that comes with it!
Sarcoma does indeed Suck. Let's join together to fight it and help create more Sarcoma Survivors!
Five Points 5K
Join us for the highly anticipated 5th Annual Five Points 5K on Saturday, April 11th at 8 AM at Town Brewing Co! This incredible event welcomes individuals of all fitness levels, from avid runners to casual walkers and even enthusiastic skaters. Lace up your sneakers or grab your favorite pair of skates for a morning filled with fun and community support.
If you register 3+ participants you will automatically receive 20% off!
More than just a race, the Five Points 5K is dedicated to raising funds for the continuation of free programming at the beloved Five Points Plaza. By participating, you'll contribute to the growth and development of this vibrant community space, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the diverse array of activities it offers.
Whether you choose to walk, run, or skate, this 5K caters to your preferred mode of movement. So gather your friends, family, and neighbors to form teams and celebrate the joy of exercise and community.
Come See Me Road Races
DON'T MISS THE 48th ANNUAL COME SEE ME ROAD RACES THIS YEAR - FAST COURSE, AWESOME MEDAL AND FUN RACE EXPERIENCE!!!!!
Register now while shirt supplies last!!
The First 600 participants to register will receive a 5K/10K medal!!
Fun Run (7:30am) – Approximately 1 mile run around Winthrop Lake. No pets are allowed however strollers are allowed. FREE, registration preferred but not required. Fun Run participants, 12 and under, will receive a customized participant medal.
5K and 10K (8:00am) – USATF-certified 5K (3.1 mile) course and USATF-certified 10K (6.2 mile) are on paved streets and bike paths passing through beautiful residential areas. No pets are allowed however strollers are allowed. Water stop at 1.5 mile mark in the 5K race and mile 2 and mile 4 in the 10K race. Refreshments and snacks available for all participants. *All participants must be off the course by 9:30. Walkers are encouraged to participate in the 5K or must walk the 10K under a 13 minute pace.
River Hawk Races
The Mount Holly Community Development Foundation is excited to introduce the River Hawk Races where the powerful strength of the Catawba River have inspired us to revamp our Mount Holly 5K/10K. As we reimagine the limits of how far we can soar, join us in celebrating our city's connection to nature with the flow of Mount Holly's greenway along the Catawba River.
Whether you are ready to break your personal best, running for your health, or just want to have fun we invite you to join the fearless spirit of the hawk and fly across the finish line. With our wings spread we are proud to join you in the currents that will continue to carry us toward greater horizons.
Cocky Trot 5K
Registration includes:
Commemorative Race Shirt
Commemorative Finisher Medal
Chip Timing
Personal Results Page with Personal Finish Line Video
Access to purchase discounted football and baseball tickets
Post-race refreshments
Strawberry Sprint and Stroll 5K & Fun Run
A Fort Mill favorite returns for a sixth year, kicking off the Town of Fort Mill South Carolina Strawberry Festival's schedule of events. The Strawberry Sprint and Stroll 5K and Fun Run will take place in Fort Mill's historic downtown corridor on Saturday, April 25.
The course begins and ends on Main Street Fort Mill and includes scenic views along nearby residential streets. The race will begin at 9:00 am, starting with the 5k race followed by the one-mile fun run at 10:00 am. The race will conclude with a Runner’s village, including local merchants, food trucks, kids’ zone, music and a festive atmosphere. Berry B. Good, Fort Mill’s cheerful strawberry mascot, and the reigning Strawberry Queens will also be part of the festivities.
The rolling hills of historic Fort Mill create a challenging yet fun course for runners and walkers alike. Wave to neighbors as they cheer you on from their front porch and take in some of the beautiful neighborhoods that give Fort Mill its unique charm. Kick off spring with Fort Mill's new favorite hometown race!
Teal Diva 5K
Join us on May 2, 2026, at McAlpine Park in Charlotte, NC, as we celebrate over a decade of supporting women affected by gynecologic cancer with the 12th Annual Teal Diva 5k.
This inclusive event welcomes participants of all backgrounds, from families and fitness enthusiasts to patients, hospital staff, community members, and businesses looking to make a difference. Together, we run and walk to honor the strong women in our lives facing gynecologic cancer battles. By wearing teal, peach, and lavender apparel, we represent our commitment to their cause.
We invite survivors, supporters, and advocates to take part in our 5k to raise awareness for gynecologic cancer and celebrate resilience.
Heart Transplant Run
Welcome to the 2026 Transplant Run 5K!
Atrium Health’s Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute’s Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant team will be hosting an annual 5K run/walk to support our heart transplant and mechanical circulatory support patients. This special event not only brings the community together, but also helps raise crucial funds for heart transplant and mechanical circulatory support patients who face financial barriers to their treatments. Your participation will contribute directly to our patient needs fund to purchase essential medications, medical equipment, and even the costs of daily necessities—such as electricity that powers their heart pumps.
Every dollar raised goes directly to providing financial assistance to patients in need, ensuring they can continue their journey toward better health and quality of life. We’ll also celebrate and honor heart transplant and VAD recipients at the event, many of whom will be walking or running alongside you.
HEARTest Yard + Showmars 5K
With great privilege, the HEARTest Yard and Showmars Restaurants join forces to host the 10th Annual HEARTest Yard + Showmars 5K presented by LifeShare Carolinas! With a like-minded mission to support Levine Children’s Hospital, we’ve teamed up to maximize our impact and fundraising potential to meet the needs of and care for as many children affected by congenital heart diseases and disorders as possible.
With pre-race activities (day-of registration, packet pick-up, announcements, etc.), join Greg Olsen and his family at the HEARTest Yard + Showmars 5K presented by LifeShare Carolinas start line upon completion of the pre-race program. Run or walk the scenic streets of the Queen City. After the race stick around and join us at a post-race celebration that will include comments from Greg Olsen, a complimentary Kid’s Fun Run, refreshments, music, inflatables and more.
Mental Health Matters
Mental health affects all people of all ages, it is just as important as physical health and it does not discriminate. This event isn't just a race; it's a powerful movement to create awareness while finding hope in solidarity.
We hope that whatever you may be dealing with, that running is one of the things that helps you get through the challenging days and that you have the community to support you when you need it.
We all go through times that can challenge our mental health.
Let's normalize that with more visibility and presence within our community as we continue to amplify the conversation surrounding mental health and build a brighter future.
*Invite your friends & family and enjoy the post race party/festival with delicious food trucks, vendors, petting zoo, yoga, acupuncture, and more! Plan to bring a form of payment to enjoy these amazing vendors and support CLT small businesses!*
Laps With Legends 5K
Start your engines, Charlotte - because an all-new 5K is pulling into Uptown!
This high-energy run will bring fans, families, and legendary NASCAR Hall of Famers together for an unforgettable experience and a course highlighting some of Uptown’s best-known spots.
Registration includes official entry into the race, a race bib with chip timing, an event t-shirt, and a finisher medal! The first 100 registrants will also receive two hours of complimentary parking in our parking deck, and all registrants will receive a $10 off general admission ticket valid for use in June of 2026.
When the green flag drops on race day, every dollar raised and every lap helps fuel the NASCAR Hall of Fame Foundation's scholarship program —and you may even find yourself racing alongside one of our legendary Hall of Famers. Lace up your sneakers, Charlotte and get ready for a new kind of race (or walk) on Saturday May 23, 2026!
Run! Ballantyne 8K/5K Race & Fun Run Presented by Northwood Office
This Ballantyne Road Race tradition continues on Saturday, May 30, 2026, marking the 22nd annual Run! Ballantyne 8K, 5K and Fun Run presented by Northwood Office. With over 1,400 participants in 2024, this YMCA signature event is one of the largest road races in the Ballantyne area. Hit the pavement and make your footprints count in support of the YMCA Better Us Campaign that gives youth an opportunity to play, learn and grow in a safe and thriving environment.
Run! Ballantyne, serves as the second race in the 2026 YMCA Race Series. With multiple routes designed with the Ballantyne Corporate Park and new greenway connections, this event is perfect for runners and walkers of all levels and ages - beginner to expert. Finishers will receive a custom die-cast finisher medal after crossing the finish line and everyone can enjoy a post-race party hosted by a live DJ at The Amp at the Ballantyne Bowl.
Make the difference as a team and register with your business, community group or school for the 2025 Run! Ballantyne race. Running is always better with friends! Awards will be given for largest teams in each division and fastest overall team.
Run The South Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
The Hottest Half is back at McAlpine!
This race course is FAST AND FLAT through {mostly} shaded greenways and wide open gravel paths!
NEW THIS YEAR:
Join us for sunset & sunrise run with two days of heat & fun! Want to double the fun and sun? Run the 5K Friday night and come on back Saturday AM for the 10K or Half!
REGISTER NOW, THIS ONE SELLS OUT EARLY!
Shamrock 4-Miler
The Shamrock 4-Miler returns to Stonecrest at Piper Glen!
Get ready for the first race of the Run Charlotte series. This spring classic is one to run! Expect a challenging run and all the holiday-themed fun — including our soon-to-be-famous and always entertaining Lucky Charms eating contest.
The 4-mile course winds around the shopping center’s surrounding neighborhoods, and features a (mostly) downhill first half. Save some gas for the second half, as we climb our way back to the finish! Make plans to stick around for post-race trivia, prizes, and that Lucky Charms eating contest. There’s $100 cash on the line!
Clover YMCA St. Patrick's Day 5K
Join us for the 19th annual Clover YMCA St. Patrick’s Day 5K on March 13! This event will kick off the Town of Clover’s Annual St Patrick’s Day Festival. This family friendly event is perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Don't forget to dress in your best St Patrick’s Day wear!
The YMCA of Upper Palmetto is committed to supporting children and families in the Clover community through quality afterschool programming. All funds raised will directly benefit the Clover YMCA Afterschool Program, helping provide a safe, enriching environment for kids to learn and grow.
Event will begin at 6:00pm. Following the race, awards will be announced on stage at Boyd’s Tire & Appliances parking lot at 7:30pm.
All participants will receive a t-shirt and finisher medal!
YMCA Corporate Cup 5K, Half Marathon & Half Marathon Relay
The YMCA Corporate Cup isn't just Charlotte's oldest road race, it's a 47-year tradition of connection, community and collective impact. Every stride brings us closer to one shared goal: a stronger Charlotte. Whether you're a first time 5K runner, a seasoned half-marathoner or someone just looking to share an unforgettable day with co-workers and friends, this race is where the community shows up, and shows heart!
It all begins and ends at Truist Field, right in the heart of Uptown Charlotte. Feel the city's energy as you take off, surrounded by fellow runners, neighbors and local businesses - all united for a cause that strengthens our community.
When you cross the finish line, the celebration continues with a post-race party featuring a DJ, local food & beverages, and more!
49er Gold Rush 5K
The 49er Gold Rush 5K has become a signature February tradition at UNC Charlotte. Hosted by University Recreation, the race is open to all—students, faculty and staff, alumni, and community members alike. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or just showing up for the experience, everyone’s invited to be part of the run! Net proceeds from our Annual 49er Gold Rush 5K Run/Walk will benefit the University Recreation Student Professional Development Fund. This year, our annual 49er Gold Rush 5K will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
Cupid's Cup 5K
Welcome to the 2026 Cupid's Cup 5K!
Proceeds from the Cupid’s Cup 5K benefit Cardiac Rehabilitation programs and patients at Atrium Health CMC, Pineville, Union and Cabarrus locations by providing funding for education, outreach, rehabilitation equipment and patient scholarships.
We plan an exciting event each year that attracts close to 1000 runners and walkers in the Charlotte area to benefit these cardiac rehab programs and the services we provide our patients.
Charlotte 10 Miler & 4 Mile Run
Join us for Charlotte's Premier 10 Mile Race!
Starting in the Ballantyne Campus, this course follows South Charlotte's McMullen Creek and 4 Mile Creek Greenway along beautiful paved trails. The race will include options for both a 10 mile and 4 mile course. These distances are rare, challenging, and lots of fun! All finishers (21+) will receive a free beverage!
S2F Winter Short Track Series
We are very excited to announce we are heading back to Renaissance Park for the 23rd edition of the KASK Winter Short Track Series p/b Audi Charlotte & CITGO. Start 2 Finish and our incredible group of sponsors are working together to host a world class short track race series, just like the other amazing two-wheel events they organize and host.
The series is five races providing participants a unique and fun style of racing on a 1.3 mile trail combines elements of BMX, cyclo-cross and single-track...it's super fast and very spectator-friendly. Participants, based on category, will race 4 to 8 laps on the fast course. All of the events will be held at Renaissance park. We plan to have a food truck, an event photographer, and music at all of the events.
The series awards will be handed out after the last race in the series. It will take a little more time as each will need to be calculated. We will have a podium presentation for the top 5 overall in each category.
Charlotte Running Co Trail Race
We are thrilled to announce the CRC Trail Race at Anne Springs Close Greenway will be held on January 17th, 2026. You will challenge yourself on an incredible course that winds through some of the most stunning natural beauty in the region.
After crossing the finish line 🏃, unwind with a cold beer 🍺 and refuel with a delicious selection of food 😋 while enjoying the warm glow of a roaring bonfire 🔥 in your 2026 hoodie 👕 and finisher medal. We can't wait to see you there!
All participants registered for 4, 9 and 13 miles will receive a hoodie AND a finisher medal!
Run Run Rudolph 5K/10K
MAKE RUN RUN RUDOLPH A FAMILY TRADITION!
This race is a great way to celebrate the season as we have a fully stocked hot chocolate and donut bar and we're giving away awards for the best costumes! Participant applause-o-meter will determine our best-dressed winners. What a GREAT way to celebrate the season!!
S2F Winter Series
The 2025/2026 S2F Winter Series is here and the swag is better than ever.
High Quality Finishers Medals…Every Distance…Every Race. Series participants receive a medal display!
Run Run Rudolph 5K/10K - December 20th
Charlotte Running Co Trail Race - January 17th
Charlotte 10 Miler & 4 Mile Run - February 7th
Elf on the Run
The Elf on the Run 5K is a celebration of community, wellness, and holiday cheer! Grab your friends & family and race with us through the beautiful CrossRidge campus. We are excited to offer both a 5k course and a 1 mile dash- runners and walkers of all ages and abilities welcome! All participants will receive a custom race hoodie and finisher medal.
Kicking off a full day of festivities including the Indian Land Christmas Parade, Christmas Village, and Tree Lighting Ceremony, this event event brings together families, neighbors, and local businesses for a joyful morning with lasting community impact. We will celebrate after the race with a DJ, food trucks, awards, giveaways and more!
Your support directly supports our mission to ensure access for ALL. Help make this holiday season brighter for everyone!
Krueger Reindeer Romp 5K
The second longest tenured community-building athletic event in South Park continues on Saturday, December 6, 2025, marking the 12th Krueger Reindeer Romp 5K, presented by Amwins. Hit the pavement in your Holiday best and make your footprints count in support of the YMCA Better Us Campaign that provides life-changing programs and services for families who need it most.
NEW this year, Ninja Nation will provide an upgraded obstacle course for our kid participants! Come try out your best ninja moves as you move through a challenging and fun obstacle course.
Be Johnathan Strong 5K Run/Walk
Come together for the coolest fun run of the year! Whether you're young or old, a walker or a runner, join us as we unite to combat cancer, honor the memory of those who have fought, and celebrate the resilience of those still in the battle. This event is dedicated to the children and families who courageously face the relentless challenge of cancer every day. All proceeds will support Melanated Melon programs, helping us continue our mission of making a difference.
CPI Security Charlotte Turkey Trot
KEEP THE FAMILY TRADITION RUNNING
Celebrated as one of the 20 Best Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trots in America, the Turkey Trot is a Charlotte Thanksgiving tradition for the past 37 years. The largest road race in North Carolina with a record 11,202 participants in 2024 is a homecoming destination for extended families, former classmates, and a place to meet your neighbors. The community comes together to kick-off the holiday season with a healthy morning run or walk before heading home for food and family. Starting and finishing at SouthPark Mall, participants can choose from an 8K Run, a 5K Run/Walk, a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk and a 50-yard Tot Trot.
Bright Lights 5K & Fun Run
November 26, 2025 - 6:00 PM
The night before Thanksgiving!
Ditch your normal turkey trot and start a new family tradition this year! We are pumped for the third annual Bright Lights 5K and Fun Run - a race through the Daniel Stowe Conservancy's Holiday Lights display.
Race registration includes a race bib, custom ornament (1 Mile) OR finisher medal (5K), a shot at a custom top 3 race medal, and free entry into the Holidays at the Garden lights display for a sneak peek party from 6pm-9pm before we open to the general public for the holiday season!
Get eyour holiday run in the day BEFORE Thanksgiving so you can spend the whole day enjoying food and family and rubbing it in everyone's face that you got to see the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden Holiday Lights before they did!
St. Nektarios Taking Steps 5k
Run with Purpose. Walk with Heart. Give with Faith.
Your steps bring hope and healing. This race supports:
Shelter Health Services, offering medical care for homeless women and children in Charlotte
St. Hermione Home, a Christ-centered refuge for pregnant homeless women
Every Registration helps change lives- right here in our city.
Officer Jason Shuping Memorial 5K
The Concord Police Foundation is honored to announce the 2nd annual Officer Jason Shuping Memorial 5K, set to take place on November 15, 2025, at Cabarrus Brewing Company. This special event is dedicated to the memory of Officer Jason Shuping, a brave member of the Concord Police Department who selflessly served our city. The 5K will bring the community together to celebrate Jason’s legacy and further the Foundation’s mission of providing essential support to local law enforcement and their families.
Participants are encouraged to register by November 1st to secure their spot and receive an official race T-shirt.
Drop Dead 5K
Lace up for a one-of-a-kind race through history! The Drop Dead 5K returns this fall with our unique course winding through the peaceful, scenic paths of Charlotte’s Historic Elmwood Pinewood Cemetery. Covering 70+ acres, this resting place is home to some of the city’s most notable names.
In addition to the 5K, the event features a food truck, DJ, an award ceremony, and a guided tour after the race.
Your registration fee includes:
Official race shirt
Custom race bib
Finisher medal
Please note that pricing is now all-inclusive of fees.
Bring your crew and run as a team! Cheer each other on, celebrate those finish-line victories, and make the 5K a 'spirited' shared adventure!
Kids Fun Run! We are excited to bring back our 1 Mile Kids Fun Run! The race will take place at 10 a.m. This is FREE for kids (registration is required) and includes a fun run finisher medal.
Hopebuilders 5K
On Saturday, November 1, Atrium Health Foundation invites you to be part of a special milestone—the 30th Annual Hopebuilders 5K benefiting Atrium Health Levine Children’s in Greater Charlotte!
The family-friendly fundraiser will take place at Truist Field, bringing together participants of all ages to run, walk, and build hope for children and families in our community. Whether you're a seasoned runner or joining for the cause, this event is a chance to make a difference and enjoy a meaningful morning with family and friends.
HeroRun 5K & 1K Fun Run
Want to help military veterans—and have fun while you’re at it? Then lace up your running shoes to join Fairview Plaza and American Asset Corporation for the Seventh Annual HeroRun to benefit Veterans Bridge Home!
Two races will kick off at 8 a.m., November 1, 2025, at Fairview Plaza office buildings, with a 5k taking you through scenic South Park neighborhoods and a 1k Fun Run keeping you close to Fairview Road. Music, activities, and real heroes, members of all five branches of the U.S. military, will make for a fun, special event.
Claudia's 5K
Join us for Claudia’s 5K: Call Out for Courage—a powerful event where fun meets purpose, all in support of mental health. Hosted by icuTalks, a Charlotte-based ministry working to break the stigma around mental health and create spaces for healing and hope, this 5K promotes courage, connection, and real change.
Let’s create an unforgettable 5K filled with laughter, connection, and the shared joy of walking and running for something bigger than ourselves.
Strides for Shelter 5k and Fun Run
Strides for Shelter is presented by the CANOPY HOUSING FOUNDATION
Our 2025 race beneficiary is Project Outpour, a local non-profit that provides opportunities to shower our homeless neighbors with support and dignity. Project Outpour made a bold move, with the support of the Canopy Realtors®, to purchase a new truck to keep their mobile shower services rolling without interruption.
Proceeds from the 2025 Strides for Shelter event will ensure that this organization can transport their mobile shower unit to five area locations providing critical hygiene services annually to 3,500 individuals and families. We didn't wait to act - because our neighbors couldn't wait to shower.
Throughout the eight year history of Strides for Shelter, the Canopy Housing Foundation has donated over $212,000 to eight different beneficiary organizations.
Runway 5K
This race is sold out.
This flat and fast course offers runners and walkers a unique opportunity to run one of the country's busiest airport runways. This run will take place completely on the runway and taxiways. Participants will see planes queuing up, taking off, and landing. This event is one that will be enjoyed by the whole family! You must register as a runner to participate. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by a registered adult. The race will be limited to 1500 participants. Proceeds from the CLT Runway 5K will help to fund Airport Opportunity Scholarships with Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) created to promote careers in aviation, as well as economic opportunities in Charlotte. The Airport scholarship will benefit students who are graduates of high schools in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School (CMS) district and are Title 1 eligible. Each recipient will attend CPCC's Summer Bridge academic enrichment program and enroll in a two-year, career-focused degree program specific to the Aviation Department.
Miles That Matter 5K
Miles That Matter 5K - Because Every Step Can Change A Life
This race is personal.
Miles 2 Hearts was born from the eyes of a truck driver who saw more than just highways - he saw people hurting, forgotten, and alone on streets across the country. Instead of looking away, he decided to take action. That action became a mission. That mission became a movement.
Miles That Matter 5K isn't just a race - it's a call to the community to care deeper, to step forward, and to run with heart.
Every registration helps us create kits for our unhoused neighbors.
Every mile covered helps us reach someone who feels unseen.
Every person who shows up is part of the healing.
This year, our goal is to deliver 100 care kits directly into the hands of those who need them most.
1 Registration = 1 Care Kit to someone experiencing homelessness
Learn more at www.miles2hearts.org
Brat Trot
The 5th Annual Brat Trot 5K hosted by On Tap, a local tap house/beer bar located in the heart of historic downtown Mooresville, NC. The event will start and end at the tap house, beginning at 9 am and finishing around 12pm.
The event is an homage to the Oktoberfest Festival customary to Germany and will be followed up by On Tap's Oktoberfest and Anniversary Celebration! The Brat Trot 5K and Oktoberfest have a few things in common: good beer, good friends and good fun - with the added bonus of a little heart-healthy exercise before the celebration!
The Brat Trot 5K also benefits Lake Norman Humane.
There will be Dog Adoption on site race day.
Jeepers Creepers 5K and 10K
What better time to play dress up than at the second annual Jeepers Creepers 5k and 10k at Daniel Stowe Conservancy! Bust out those Halloween costumes early, sweat a little bit, and have a great time!
Jeepers Creeper participants will get to race in the costume race at the Garden (costumes not mandatory but highly encouraged). Runners and walkers can then enjoy free admission to the Garden to enjoy our fall exhibit: “Scarecrow Hollow” <---- get it, Jeepers Creepers?.?.?
To top it off, the 10K participants will run the 10K and longest distance race held each year at Stowe. Beautiful, flowy trails and a festive atmosphere will make this race the perfect kick off to fall and spooky szn! There may even be a few special prizes for those who really get in the mood and go all out!
After the race, while you cool down and cheer on all the participants, enjoy firepits, smores’, live music, cold beverages, and seasonal competitions at the Trailhead Store.
Custom awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers and the top three male and female finishers 14 and under thru 60 and better in five-year age increments for both the 10K and 5K.
10K finishers will receive a finisher medal (while supplies last).
Midwood Mile
Event Timeline!
Family Mile: 4:00pm
Men's Mile: 4:20pm
Women's Mile: 4:30pm
Don't forget the After Party!
Platinum Sponsor Resident Culture® is providing a free drink for all participants that register for the Midwood Mile. Be sure to attend the post race celebration at Resident Culture in Plaza Midwood to redeem your *free drink (valid Saturday, September 27th until 10 PM). The post race celebration will be held in the beer garden and starts at 4:30pm. Prizes will be given out to the winners of each heat shortly after 5:00pm.
Rhino Run for Education
After four years of stampeding for student success at Gaston College, we’re proud to build on our partnership with K-12 public schools in Gaston and Lincoln Counties for an even bigger, better RHINO RUN FOR EDUCATION.
Show your support for students of all ages across Gaston and Lincoln counties by joining us on Sept. 27, 2025. This community event, held at Gaston College’s beautiful Dallas campus, features a 5K run and a 2K walk or fun run. When you register, you can choose to designate a portion of your registration fee to directly support to Gaston College, Gaston County Schools, Lincoln County Schools or Lincoln Charter School.
Bring the whole family and help us continue to build momentum in our community and schools!
Pineville 4 Miler & 2 Mile Run/Walk
Join us for the Pineville 4 Miler & 2 Mile Run/Walk, a fun and fast event that winds entirely along the scenic and shaded greenways of Pineville, NC!
This unique course keeps you off the streets and under the trees, offering a peaceful and runner-friendly experience with 100% of the route on paved greenways. Whether you're chasing a personal best or just looking for a relaxed, community-focused event, the Pineville 4 Miler & 2 Mile Run/Walk offers the perfect mix of nature and fitness.
MRO Bump n' Run 5K
The ROVAL is Open - It’s Time to "Bump n’ Run"
Join us for the Second Annual MRO Bump n’ Run 5K — a unique opportunity to run, walk, ruck, or skate the ROVAL at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
You’ll start on Pit Road, move through the infield road course and banked turns, and finish at the same line where NASCAR champions are made. This isn’t just a race — it’s a one-night-only experience on one of racing’s most iconic tracks.
This is more than a race—it’s your chance to be part of something few ever get to experience. Whether you’re aiming for a PR or just soaking it all in, the MRO Bump n’ Run 5K delivers a night you won’t forget.
Secure your spot now.