Yiasou Greek Festival 5K presented by Novant Health

Event Overview

• Event Name: Yiasou Greek Festival 5K
• Presented by: Novant Health
• Date: August 29, 2026
• Location: 600 East Boulevard, Charlotte, NC

About the Race

• Description: Charlotte North Carolina’s FASTEST 5k event.
• Community Event: Opa! Join us for the 2026 Yiasou Greek Festival 5k and Kids’ 1 miler.
• Course: This fantastic 5k course winds through Charlotte’s historic Dilworth neighborhood.
• Post-Race Fun: Stick around for a cold one with our friends from Adams Beverage.

Event Start Times

• 5k Start: 7:30 AM
• Kids’ 1 Mile Start: 8:30 AM
• Registration: Register Now
• Finish Location: Starts and finishes at 600 East Boulevard.

About the Course

• Course Type: Charlotte’s flattest, fastest 5k!
• Start/Finish: Along East Boulevard, near the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral.
• Map: Available below.
• Timing: Chip timed, results available immediately upon finishing.

Event Details

• Bag Check: No bag check service available.
• T-Shirt & Medal: Guaranteed Recover Brands tee and FINISHER Medal.
• Age Group Divisions: Various categories from Overall to 75+.
• Awards: Top 3 Males and Females receive awards.

Policies and Guidelines

• Refunds: Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Time Limit: 1 hour.
• Dogs: Dogs are not allowed on the course.
• Strollers: Welcome to bring strollers or baby joggers.

Health and Safety

• Medical Services: Provided by Novant Health at the start/finish line.
• Emergency Alerts: Alert an event volunteer and call 9-1-1 for emergencies.
• Water Stations: One water stop at the 1.5-mile mark.
• Porta-Potties: Available at the start/finish area.

Inclement Weather Policy

• Policy: Events held rain or shine unless conditions are deemed unsafe.
• No Refund: Cancellation due to weather will not result in a refund.
• Discretion: RunCharlotte reserves the right to alter or cancel the event if necessary.
• Safety First: Consistent with USA Track & Field protocols.