Kandace Helms 5k

Kandace Helms 5K Race Description

Event Overview

• Race Date: September 12, 2026
• Location: Betty G. Ross Park, Lincolnton, NC
• Previous Success: We are excited to be back for the 10th annual Kandace Helms 5K event. Our first eight races were great successes and for that we thank you.
• Open to All: The Kandace Helms 5K is open to EVERYONE, from competitive runners to walkers including seniors and children. It is always an amazing event full of love and encouragement.

New Features for 2026

• Early Bird Registration: $100 gift card drawing for all who sign up prior to July 31st EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DEADLINE DATE.
• Guaranteed Swag: Event Shirts and participation medals are guaranteed with your registration through Sept 5, 2026.
• Registration Time: Local packet pickup and registration will take place at 7 am on Race Day!

Race Schedule

• 8 am: Fun Run Kicks off
• 8:30 am: 5k Run kicks off
• Awards: Awards for Overall and Age Groups
• Overall Awards: Top 3 Overall (Male and Female)

Age Groups

• Categories: Age Groups (Male and Female) include: 17 and under, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-64, 65+

Foundation Information

• Non-Profit Status: The Kandace Helms Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 that funds a scholarship program for Lincoln County graduates and other youth organizations.
• About Kandace Helms: Kandace Helms was a loving stay-at-home mom to Peyton and Mason. Her life was taken instantly in a head-on collision while driving her son Peyton to school on March 8, 2016.
• Legacy: Kandace always had a kind word that was complemented by her beautiful smile. This walk is in her memory and where people that love her can come together in her memory and give back to others, like she always found time to do.
• Community Engagement: Kandace loved watching her son and his friends play baseball at Boger City Optimist and was a board member at The Boger City Optimist Club: she had big dreams for the future of the ball field.

Contact Information

• Email: Please direct any questions to [email protected]
• Event Link: For more details, visit Kandace Helms 5K