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Saturday, September 12th, 2026
201 S Main St, Hendersonville NC
5K
59–77°F · some rain risk
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53–76°F
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58–79°F
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60–79°F
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52–82°F
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68–73°F
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65–88°F
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65–76°F
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55–65°F
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63–80°F
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About this race
Event Overview
Join us in Hendersonville, NC, Saturday, September 12th, for the Inaugural Railway 5k & 1 Mile presented by Aetna!
The Railway Races are a running celebration of history, movement, and community, hosted on the Ecusta Trail — a former railroad corridor transformed into a shared-use greenway connecting Hendersonville and Brevard.
This inaugural event brings families, walkers, and runners together for a one mile fun run/walk and a family-friendly 5K. Each distance was chosen intentionally to reflect the character of the trail and to create an inclusive, meaningful race-day experience for participants of all ages and abilities.
About the Ecusta Trail
The Ecusta Trail follows a historic railroad corridor that once served as an important transportation route through Western North Carolina. Today, it represents connection, access, and transformation — linking communities while preserving the history of the region.
The Railway Races honors the legacy of this corridor while inviting participants to experience it on foot as part of a thoughtfully designed running event.
What's Included with Your Race Entry
- Short sleeve Bella Canvas shirt: available in Adult & Youth sizes, FREE (until Sunday, August 16th)
- Free commemorative finisher medal: for all participants
- Goody bag: included for all entrants
- Chip-timing: for accurate results
- Complimentary race photos: available after the event
- Very well-marked course: on the beautiful Ecusta Trail
- Spectator friendly course: designed for family and friends to cheer
- One-of-a-kind prizes: for overall and age group winners
CLICK HERE for the Event Guide and important race day information!
Race date & course subject to change
For more information, visit the official race page: Race Details.
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