When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
135 Sunset Ave, Asheboro NC
Distance
5K
About this race
🎉 Rock the Block Asheboro 🎉
Hosted by the Shine Bright Foundation
Mark your calendars, Asheboro — this is a day you don’t want to miss!
Join us on October 17th from 10AM–3PM for an incredible community event filled with fun, connection, and purpose. Rock the Block is all about bringing people together to celebrate, support, and raise awareness for individuals with Autism and Down Syndrome — and creating a more inclusive community for everyone.
🏃 Race Registration
• Early Bird: $30 (ends September 1st)
• Regular: $35 (after September 1st)
👕 T-Shirts
Register by September 1st to lock in your official race tee!
🏅 Awards
• Top 3 Overall Male & Female
• Age Group Winners:
10 & under, 11–14, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+
🎉 After the Race — Stay & Celebrate!
Bring the whole family and enjoy:
• Food trucks
• Local vendors
• Live DJ 🎶
• Raffle prizes
• Bounce houses for the kids
Come run, celebrate, and make a difference. 💙
Let’s show up big for our community!
Please direct any questions to Shinebrightfoundation2024@gmail.com.
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