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Saturday, October 24th, 2026
1750 Shopton Rd, Charlotte NC
5K
50–70°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years
2025
47–66°F
dry
2024
57–75°F
dry
2023
43–68°F
dry
2022
43–72°F
dry
2021
53–78°F
dry
2020
60–79°F
dry
2019
44–67°F
dry
2018
49–62°F
dry
2017
53–70°F
dry
2016
49–78°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
The Charlotte's Finest Legacy Foundation is excited to announce the return of the Thin Blue Line 5k!
What is the Thin Blue Line Run?
- Event Location: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police and Fire Training Academy
- Purpose: Raise money to support the Charlotte's Finest Legacy Foundation
- In Honor of: Officers Sean Clark and Jeff Shelton, who were tragically killed in the line of duty on April 1st, 2007
- Challenge Options: Check out the Ruck Divisions!
Race Details
- Race Date: October 24, 2026
- Starting Time: 0900 (9:00 am)
- Event Type: 5K running/walking/rucking
- More Information: Visit the race page
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