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Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026
5555 Concord Pkwy S, Concord NC
5K
63–81°F · some rain risk
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2025
64–89°F
dry
2024
66–82°F
dry
2023
57–75°F
rain
2022
55–75°F
dry
2021
54–74°F
dry
2020
52–74°F
dry
2019
64–89°F
dry
2018
66–81°F
dry
2017
65–85°F
dry
2016
70–81°F
dry
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About this race
Welcome to the Bump n’ Run 5K and MRO Fest
Join us for the Third Annual Bump n’ Run 5K and MRO FEST— a unique opportunity to run, walk, 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.
What to Expect
- Course: A fully closed course on the ROVAL
- Access: Access to Pit Road, Victory Lane, and The Finish Line
- Participants: Options for registered runners, walkers, skaters, strollers, and handcycles
New this Year
Ensure ANY/ALL of your friends and family who come to cheer you on PURCHASE a festival-only ticket through registration to be able to access the venue and enjoy all the post-race fun.
After the Race
Stay around for the MRO FEST all on the FRONTSTRETCH GRASS featuring:
- Awards
- Food Trucks
- Live Music - with special guest - Colony House
- Fireworks to end the night
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 Bump n’ Run 5K and MRO Fest delivers a night you won’t forget.
Event Details
| When: | September 23, 2026 5K Start: 6:30 PM |
| Start Line: | Charlotte Motor Speedway 5555 Concord Pkwy S, Concord, NC 28027 |
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