In 5 days · Sat, Sep 19, 2026
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Saturday, September 19th, 2026
7101 Gastonia Hwy, Bessemer City NC
5K · 1 Mile
64–81°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
64–87°F
dry
2024
64–80°F
rain
2023
55–79°F
dry
2022
60–86°F
dry
2021
68–84°F
dry
2020
55–66°F
dry
2019
61–75°F
dry
2018
65–85°F
dry
2017
65–81°F
dry
2016
70–86°F
rain
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Sep 19
Cloudy · 68–95°F
Saturday, Sep 19starts near 68°F · 15% chance of rain · wind up to 8 mph
About this race
Event Overview
- Date: September 19, 2026
- Location: 7101 Gastonia Hwy, Bessemer City, NC
- URL: Walk the Talk 5k
Event Features
- Purpose: Nurturing and strengthening the body, mind, and spirit.
- Vendors: Over 30 vendors, educators, instructors, and coaches.
- Activities: Dance and gymnastics performances, aerobics classes (all-levels), and prize bingo.
- Registrations: Sign-ups for various athletics/hobbies, including paddle boarding and tennis/pickleball clubs.
Pricing Information
- Early Sign-up: Prices will increase on September 2nd.
- Race Day: Additional price increase applies on race day.
- Recommendation: Be sure to sign up early!
Course Certification
- Certification Status: Seeking official USATF certification for this event.
- Updates: Certification designation will be posted once approved.
Course map
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