Melanated Melon Presents the 3rd Annual Be Johnathan Strong 5K Run/Walk!

Join us in community for the last fun run of the year! Young, old, walk or run come help us pound out cancer and remember those who have fought and celebrate those who still carry the mantle. We honor all children and their families who fight tirelessly against an invisible enemy that is cancer. Proceeds benefit Melanated Melon programs.

Join us for the Krueger Reindeer Romp 5K and Joan Bailey Kids Obstacle Course! Proceeds from the Krueger Reindeer Romp benefit our YMCA Annual Campaign and help provide life-changing programs and services for kids and families who need us most.

Turkey Dash is the best way to start your Turkey Day! Family. Fun. Run.

2024 is year TWELVE! We are excited to return to the Village at Robinson Farm for this momentous edition of Turkey Dash. This could just be the best celebration yet!

Join us for Turkey Dash XII!

The foundation of Turkey Dash is family and friends, so we offer a 4-mile timed run/walk and a 1-mile fun run/walk on Thanksgiving morning. If you register for the 4-mile, you can run/walk the 1-mile at no additional cost! We also provide a "Family Village," with bounce houses and other activities for the kids so they are entertained waiting for Mom & Dad to run. This is also a great place to take pics, just remember to use the tag #TurkeyDashCLT

14TH ANNUAL TURKEY TROT 5K

Join us for our 14th Annual Turkey Trot 5K to help break the cycle of poverty! Help us fight poverty for local families and celebrate a healthy holiday. Proceeds support The Christian Mission, serving over 4,000 local individuals and families in need with food, clothing, rent and utility financial assistance, case management, and educational programming.

Donations of canned goods/shelf-stable food items are encouraged. Thank you for your support!

The 18th Annual Lake Norman Half Marathon Turkey Trot 10K & 5K is back! Choose from 1 of 3 distances, grab your family and get into a caloric deficit before the festivities start!

• The best finisher medal in North Carolina! 

• Short Sleeve Tech Tshirt (to get a tshirt guaranteed in your size you must register by 11/3/24)

• Cup

• Beanie

The 3rd Annual Lake Norman Half Marathon Elf Classic & 5K is the cold weather cousin of one of the most popular races in North Carolina – Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run & 5K.

Race Distances

• Half Marathon (13.1 miles) starts at 7:30am

• 5K (3.1 miles) starts at 7:45am

• Virtual Run (any distance)

Swag

• The best finisher medal in North Carolina!

• Short Sleeve Tech Tshirt (to get a tshirt guaranteed in your size you must register by 11/30/24)

• Cup

• Beanie

Keep your running season going through November and join us for our 7th Annual St. Nektarios Taking Steps 5K.

Benefiting Shelter Health Services in Charlotte & St. Hermione Home helping the homeless women and children of the shelter.

Olive Wood Medals, hand made in Bethlehem, the Holy Land, are given to all finishing walkers/runners!

Welcome community runners to the Fall 2024 Girls On The Run of the Greater Piedmont 5K!

Girls on the Run (GOTR) is a non-competitive after-school running program that includes social emotional life skills and lessons for girls in grades 3rd-8th. GOTR envisions a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams! This is made possible by AMAZING volunteer coaches that are there every step of the way for 10 weeks with their girls encouraging them and running along side them so they can confidently cross the finish line at their End of the Season 5K!

We strive to make our program accessible to all girls no matter what their financial limitations may be. All proceeds from this race go towards our financial assistance to be able to cover the cost of any girls who wants to participate in Girls on the Run!

We are pleased to announce that this year's race will include anyone from the community (not associated with Girls on the Run) to be a part of our race! There are 100 community runner/walker spots available, so sign up fast before they are gone. We are excited to integrate the community with our Girls on the Run 5K. All community runners will receive a GOTR 5K T-shirt and GOTR medal with registration.

Join us Saturday, November 2, 2024 rain or shine at 9:00 AM for this year's Drop Dead 5K presented by AvidXchange!

The race will take place throughout the beautiful 70+ acres of Charlotte’s Historic Elmwood Pinewood Cemetery. Run by the likes of Belk, Ivey, Morrison, Tate, and Blake, just to name a few of the resident luminaries. In addition to the 5K, the event features Knowledge Perk food truck, DJ, an award ceremony, and a guided tour after the race.

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.

Ready to build hope for kids in the Charlotte community?

MARK YOUR CALENDARS for the 29th Annual Hopebuilders 5K on Saturday, November 2, at Truist Field. Your participation raises critical funds for patient initiatives at Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital, building hope for children and families in our community.

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 2, 2024, 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.

Join us for the 2024 Strides for Shelter 5K Run + Walk! Our 2024 beneficiary organization is Home Again Foundation.

Home Again Foundation, established in 2018, is dedicated to providing sustainable, affordable housing along with supportive services for the homeless and those who are at risk of becoming homeless. Residents in their communities are automatically enrolled in supportive services based on an individualized self-sufficiency assessment and service plan. The rent for these units is at or below market value with all utilities included. The proceeds from this year's race will fund the construction of a fully furnished one-bedroom, one-bath cottage for a homeless veteran in Home Again's second development on a 2-acre site in Mecklenburg County.

Join us for Claudia's 5K, Call Out for Courage - a fantastic event where fun meets purpose, all while supporting mental health. Your participation not only promotes courage but also makes a real difference in the world of mental health. Let's create an unforgettable 5K filled with laughter, camaraderie, and the shared joy of running for something bigger than ourselves. Don't miss this chance to run, have fun, and contribute to this noble cause!

Bring your friends and family to walk or run in our efforts to bring awareness to the importance of ending the mental health stigma, to honor Claudia and many people like her, and in an effort to encourage each of us to show up as we are.

Join us for the 17th Annual CLT Runway 5K.

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.

The 4th 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.

The Rocktoberfest Half Marathon and 5K is a running event that takes place in Rock Hill, South Carolina. It is a fun-filled event that combines running with music and beer. The event includes a half marathon and a 5K race, both of which take place in the scenic Riverwalk neighborhoods of Rock Hill.

To keep the runners motivated, there is a rock band performing live music near the start/finish line. After the race, participants can enjoy an Octoberfest beer garden where they can celebrate their achievements with friends and family. The beer garden will feature a variety of beers, including some of the best local brews.

This event is not just about the race; it's a full-day celebration of fitness, music, and good times. Whether you are a seasoned runner or a beginner, the Rocktoberfest Half Marathon and 5K is an excellent opportunity to have fun and experience the unique atmosphere of the Riverwalk area of Rock Hill.  It's beautiful!!!

The Rocktoberfest Half Marathon & 5K will be capped for the 2024 event.  There will be NO RACE DAY Registration so be sure to sign up early!  ALL registration ends October 12th, 2024 unless we sell out before hand.

If you're a runner, this is the one to run!  ROCK ON!!!

Join our 2nd Annual Charity Event- Walk For Blind Independence!

October is Blindness & Disability Awareness Month!

Join us on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at 9:00am for our 2nd Annual Charity Walk- Walk for Blind Independence benefiting Lions Services Inc., a 501(c)(3) based in Charlotte, N.C. This is a fun Charity Walk event for walkers and families. Attendees will complete a 2 Mile Walk on paved trails at the Eastway Regional Recreation Center surrounded by scenic nature preserve and wetlands. This gathering aims to bring together individuals from the community who either experience low vision, have a disability or have a loved one affected by it. Everyone is welcome to participate. Volunteers will be available if you need a walking guide.

We invite everyone from Charlotte and surrounding areas to join this FUN family event. Participants can choose between walking in person or virtual all while helping enhance programs for blind and visually impaired adults. We look forward to walking alongside you on October 5th!

The Steele Creek YMCA C2 Obstacle Trail Run is an outdoor camp adventure that tests your mental and physical ability to overcome and be resilient. Join us at the tranquil campus of YMCA Camp Thunderbird on Saturday, September 9th, for an ideal team-building event that reawakens your inner camp child and connects you with nature. With over 600 participants in 2019, this signature event is soaring to new heights as a rapidly growing contest amongst community groups, companies, and schools. Hit the trails and make your footprints count in support of the YMCA Annual Campaign; giving youth an opportunity to play, learn and grow in a safe and thriving environment by providing hundreds of children the opportunity to participate in enriching, life-changing YMCA programs like preschool, after school, summer camp and sports.

The C2 Obstacle Trail Run is an impactful part of the 2024 YMCA of Greater Charlotte Race Series, with 3-mile and 1-mile obstacle courses for all ages and abilities.

Celebrate your race over DJ music and entertainment, food, awards and more!

The Fight the Flame 5K was established with the goal to raise awareness and money for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS).

• There will be a 5k race and a 1k Family Roll & Stroll.

• Prizes will be awarded to the top runners.

CRPS is chronic and debilitating with no cure. CRPS is characterized by severe, burning, and stabbing pain 24/7 along with swelling, changes in skin temperature and appearance, limited range of motion, and many other symptoms.

The mission of Fight the Flame is to raise awareness and educate the medical field and the public about Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS); while providing resources to support the CRPS community.

Welcome to the Martin Marietta Boulder Dash at Charlotte Quarry!

Martin Marietta is proud to host the the Third Annual Boulder Dash at Charlotte Quarry 5K & 5 Miler on Saturday, September 28, 2024. This charity event provides runners with a unique race experience, as participants will run through a working rock quarry while navigating an intense but scenic course.

This 5K and 5 Miler event showcases the impressive quarry operation and large plant equipment while testing participants' endurance and abilities. Both 5K and 5 mile runners will travel along the rim of the quarry while the 5-miler goes through the plant site and into the pit with a 300-foot elevation difference. The 5-miler course also features a 14% incline as it descends 9/10ths of a mile down before turning for a climb upward.

Think you're up for the challenge?

Presented by Skufca Law, Wooden Robot Brewery, and Beacon Partners, the 5K starts on W Summit Ave in front of Wooden Robot Brewery and heads into Charlotte's South End and Wilmore neighborhoods. There is also a 1 Mile Run for those looking for a shorter distance.

Registration includes a finisher medal and beer (21+) from Wooden Robot Brewery or ice cream for those under 21. Shirts included for the 5K, and available as an upgrade for the 1 Mile.

The “Fit 2 Fly 5K” is in its fourth year as the airport’s only run on our 5,500-foot runway!

All are invited to come out and run/walk the runway. There will even be a Kid’s 1 Mile run on the runway as well. This is an opportunity to bring hundreds of runners, walkers, and families on an actual runway to help raise funds for our youth aspiring to become pilots through the David Griffin Aviation Foundation.

Don’t miss this chance of a lifetime and register today to join in on all the fun festivities.

Participants in all distances will receive a shirt and finisher medal!

Join us for the Camp CARE 5K at the Belle Johnston Community Center on September 14, 2024 at 8:00am.

Camp CARE (Cancer Ain't Really the End) provides a weeklong summer camp and year-round activities to children who have or have had cancer and their families in the Charlotte area.

Around the Crown 10K Together with Truist is a race rooted in Charlotte from every angle and we're proud to bring the active community together around this beautiful city. ATC10K is focused on being one of the most sustainable races in the country while giving back to the community as much as possible through multiple local non-profit organizations!

We're excited to head back to the highway for year six with thousands of your closest friends! In the first mile, you’ll head through Uptown just past the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC stadium. Just after mile 1, you'll enter I-277, Charlotte's inner beltway, for 3 miles where you'll see the Queen City from a new speed while circling the breathtaking skyline. Exiting the highway, you're onto the final two miles through the beautiful streets of the southeast's fastest growing city before heading back to the finish festival at Truist Field for a family friendly party for all!

Don’t let the dog days get you down! When it gets a little warm in the Carolinas we play after the sun goes down!

Come hang out at dusk for our first ever Summer Nights 5K! The setting sun paired with the shade of our trails will make for the “coolest” race you can do around here in mid-July! Don’t tell anyone… but we may shave a minute or two off your time if you choose to take a dip in Lake Wylie as you run along the beautiful shoreline.

Participants can enjoy one of the best pre-race settings around at our new Trailhead Store that is shaded by old growth trees and situated right beside our beautiful ponds. Hydrate, hang out, cool off in the A/C as you prepare for a magical race during the golden hour in the Garden.

After the race is over, participants will receive free entry to the Garden to enjoy our summer exhibit: “Summer Lights.” This one-of-a-kind exhibit will make you feel like you’ve been transported to a tropical paradise. Especially with a seasonal cocktail or delicious summer beer in your hand!

Summer Nights 5K and 1 Miler is a trail race.

This is a sellout event so register now!

The Run The South Half Marathon, 10K and 5K is back and and better than ever with the best swag bag in the city, post-race submarine sandwiches, adult drinks and high-energy music. This race course is FAST AND FLAT through shaded greenways and wide open gravel paths!

You can't beat this race swag!

ALL DISTANCES get a pair of Goodr running sunglasses, a Sport-Tek performance tee, sleeveless tank or ladies racerback tank, AND a custom finisher medal!

Join Atrium Health Foundation and the Carolina Panthers for the 14th Annual Keep Pounding 5K on Saturday, June 22! Presented by Rodgers Builders, the event raises critical funds for cancer research and patient care initiatives at Atrium Health Levine Cancer and Atrium Health Levine Children's!

Created by the Carolina Panthers and Atrium Health Foundation, the Keep Pounding initiative supports cancer research efforts throughout Atrium Health. Since its establishment, the Keep Pounding Fund has received over $4.5 million in charitable gifts, which exclusively benefit cancer programs at Atrium Health Levine Cancer and Atrium Health Levine Children's. By participating in the Keep Pounding 5K, you can impact the lives of patients diagnosed with cancer, while spreading awareness and contributing to vital cancer research programs.

Your support enables Levine Cancer and Levine Children's to offer Phase I and Phase II clinical research trials and the latest cancer treatments to patients where they need it most - close to home.

We're celebrating with a lot of love this year to kick off Pride Month in Charlotte!

Come join the party at the NoDa 5K presented by NoDa Brewing. We're putting some funk into this one, folks. Come and see why the historic arts and entertainments district has been a Charlotte favorite for decades.

We are kicking things off with an art show with some of NoDa's favorites of all mediums. Come at 2pm and stay for the race at 6pm.

Win your weight in beer...

New in 2024, we're adding a fresh challenge to race day for you and your crew! Get your run club team, family members, or just some random friends you met at the dog park to help you win the grand prize! The winning team will be coined champion with some pallets of fresh cold ones just after our age group awards.

** What: 11th Anniversary Healthy Achievement 5k / 8K Run | Walk

** When: June 1, 2024

** Time: 8:00 AM start - PROMPTLY

** Where: 300 Block of S. Mint Street

* All race day events will take place on or about the 300 block of S. Mint Street, adjacent to Romare Bearden Park, which is located on between W. 3rd Street and W. MLK, Jr. Blvd.

Welcome to the Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run & 5K - where family fun meets outdoor adventure! Lace up your running shoes and get ready for an unforgettable experience at Lake Norman State Park.

What's the Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run & 5K all about? Well, it's a super cool event where families like yours can run or walk through the beautiful roads of Lake Norman State Park. Whether you're a fast runner, a slow walker, or somewhere in between, there's a race for everyone in the family to enjoy.

Imagine running through forests filled with tall trees, colorful leaves, and chirping birds. That's exactly what you'll find at Lake Norman State Park! It's like stepping into a magical world where nature is your playground.

So, are you ready to join the excitement at the Lake Norman Half Marathon Forest Run & 5K? It's easy to sign up and get started. Just grab your family, head to Lake Norman State Park, and get ready to run, walk, and explore together!

See you at the starting line!