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When
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Where
1291 Old River Rd, Canton, NC 28716, Canton NC
Distance
5K
Typical weather
52–71°F · low rain risk
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2025
40–70°F
dry
2024
53–75°F
dry
2023
46–76°F
dry
2022
46–65°F
dry
2021
57–67°F
rain
2020
39–63°F
dry
2019
61–86°F
dry
2018
57–77°F
dry
2017
45–70°F
dry
2016
50–67°F
dry
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About this race
Pisgah High School 5k Community Race & 1 Mile Kids Fun Run
Event Details
- Date: 2026-10-03
- Location: 1291 Old River Rd, Canton, NC 28716, Canton, NC
- Race URL: Sign Up Here
Race Description
- Trail Type: The 1st annual Pisgah High School 5k Community Race can be characterized as a fairly easy trail run.
- Terrain: It’s mostly on grass, with some gravel, and a very short paved section.
- Scenery: The surrounding hill and countryside will be the backdrop, making a picturesque autumn run on mostly level turf for this area.
- Inclusivity: This event is open to all abilities and proceeds benefit Pisgah High School Cross Country.
Kids' 1 Mile Fun Run
- Registration: Registration for Kids’ 1 Mile Fun Run will be the day of the event.
- Cost: It will be $5/child (cash only) and a parent is welcome to run alongside.
- Finishers: Participants will receive a ribbon awarded at the finish line.
- Start Time: Start time will be at 8:40am.
Entry Information
- Limitations: Entries are limited.
- Price Alerts: Prices will increase periodically before race day.
- Recommendation: Be sure to sign up early!
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