In 209 days · Sat, May 1, 2027
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When
Saturday, May 1st, 2027
Where
Dee’s Memorial Park, Pikeville NC
Distance
5K
Typical weather
57–76°F · some rain risk
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2026
51–64°F
dry
2025
64–83°F
dry
2024
64–81°F
dry
2023
50–66°F
dry
2022
59–84°F
rain
2021
53–73°F
dry
2020
54–66°F
dry
2019
63–85°F
dry
2018
50–80°F
dry
2017
68–84°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: 5k for 5p-
- Date: 2027-05-01
- Location: Dee’s Memorial Park, Pikeville, NC
- Registration Link: Register Here
Purpose
- Awareness: Promote awareness for Cri du Chat Syndrome.
- Participation: All are welcome to participate no matter age, pace, ability, etc.
- Accessibility: Strollers are encouraged on the course.
- Pet Friendly: Dogs are also welcome!
About Cri du Chat Syndrome
- Definition: Cri du Chat Syndrome is a rare genetic deletion disorder in which a portion of the short arm of chromosome 5 is missing.
- Characteristics: This results in varying degrees of delayed development and low muscle tone, among other characteristics.
- Cri du Chat Day: May 5 has been declared Cri du Chat Day.
- Aware Week: The week that surrounds May 5 is considered Cri du Chat Awareness Week.
Registration Details
- Fee: $30
- T-Shirt: A T-shirt is included with registration, but not guaranteed after April 16th.
Awards
- Overall Awards: Top 3 Overall Male and Female Finishers
- Age Group Awards: Top 3 Male and Female in each age group.
- Age Groups: 15 & under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over
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