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Saturday, September 19th, 2026
2325 Hanover Drive, Monroe NC
5K
65–82°F · low rain risk
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About this race
Race Cancellation
RACE HAS BEEN CANCELLED
Place
- Location: Monroe Aquatics & Fitness Center
- Address: 2325 Hanover Drive
- City: Monroe, NC 28110
Date
September 19, 2026
Race Time
5K Run and Walk will start at 8:30 am
Description of Course
- Start Point: Begin at Monroe Aquatic & Fitness Center
- Scenic Route: Includes Greenway behind Williams Road
- Path: Through the Parks Williams Athletic Complex
- Course Details: Relatively flat with a few long rolling hills (max elevation gain of 75ft)
The 5K run/walk will be chip timed by Queen City Timing using disposable chips attached to each bib.
Awards will be presented to the top 3 overall males and females, as well as top 3 in the following age categories: 1-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Participant Information
- Shirts: Provided to every registered participant.
- Registration Cost: $30 per participant: $40 on race day.
- Packet Pickup: Takes place on the morning of race day, beginning at 7 am.
- Donations & Proceeds: All proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross of Monroe, NC.
More Information
For additional details, please visit the race page at Stars, Stripes, and Strides 5K Run/Walk.
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