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Saturday, November 21st, 2026
176 Mill Pond Rd, Gatesville NC
5K · 1 Mile
42–59°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
46–57°F
rain
2024
44–62°F
dry
2023
50–65°F
rain
2022
30–53°F
dry
2021
39–65°F
dry
2020
48–70°F
dry
2019
38–55°F
dry
2018
36–54°F
dry
2017
39–63°F
dry
2016
35–49°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
Come join us and run a 5k through the trees at Merchant Millpond State park!
Date and Location
- Date: 2026-11-21
- Location: 176 Mill Pond Rd, Gatesville, NC
Charity Information
Every penny that we profit from this event will go to a local non-profit called the Shine Through Foundation. That money will go directly to causes supporting mental health in our community and to scholarships improving the opportunities that some students may not qualify for.
Registration Fees
- 5K: $30
- 10 & under Fun Run: $10
Additional Information
To register for the event, please visit this link.
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