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Sunday, October 18th, 2026
800 Brevard Rd, Asheville NC
5K
45–68°F · low rain risk
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2025
47–76°F
dry
2024
35–65°F
dry
2023
36–64°F
dry
2022
31–42°F
dry
2021
41–67°F
dry
2020
38–62°F
dry
2019
37–66°F
dry
2018
43–64°F
dry
2017
38–64°F
dry
2016
55–79°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Oct 18
Sunny · 45–63°F
Sunday, Oct 18starts near 45°F · 17% chance of rain · wind up to 8 mph
About this race
October 18, 2026 | 8:30AM Race Start | 8:15AM Fun Run Loop
Tanger Outlet Mall, Asheville
Join us Sunday, October 18 for a family friendly 5K at the Tanger Outlet Mall! This is a unique and flat race course that takes runners through the Outlet Mall. The 5k race registration includes a finisher coin, chip timing, and race shirt.
The Fun Run untimed loop is a .25 kid friendly loop in the mall that includes a finisher coin and race bib. Just $10!
Proceeds from the race will be donated to the Asheville Police Foundation and its mission to strengthen safety and community partnerships across Asheville. A commemorative race shirt and chip timing are included in 5k race registration.
Support the Asheville Police Foundation!
The Asheville Police Department Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to gathering community support and resources to enhance the effectiveness of the Asheville Police Department. T hrough collaborative efforts, we strive to enhance public safety, promote crime prevention, and build trust between law enforcement and the residents of Asheville.
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