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Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Crouse Park, Sparta NC
5K · 1 Mile
45–64°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years
2025
36–65°F
dry
2024
32–53°F
dry
2023
41–54°F
dry
2022
42–61°F
dry
2021
41–55°F
dry
2020
36–55°F
dry
2019
38–52°F
dry
2018
48–62°F
dry
2017
38–60°F
dry
2016
53–73°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
This event is an Alleghany Health Foundation fundraiser to raise money for renovation of three additional patient rooms that can be used for short term rehabilitation and in-patient care.
Event Details
- Date: 2026-10-17
- Location: Crouse Park, Sparta, NC
- Race Options: 1 Mile Walk and 5K Run
- Registration Link: Register Here
Learn More
For more information about the Alleghany Health Foundation, visit https://alleghanyhealth.org/foundation/.
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