Runway 5k

🏃‍♂️ Runway 5k Overview

• Date: September 13th, 2025
• Location: Gastonia Municipal Airport, 1030 Gaston Day School, Gastonia, NC 28056
• Support: Proceeds benefit the Gaston County Sheriff’s Office Cadet Program
• Race Link: Register Here

⏰ Race Details

• Start Time: 7:30 am sharp, with a 1-hour time limit to complete the course due to runway closure per FAA regulations.
• Registration: No race day sign-up offered due to time constraints.
• Price: $30 with shirt, $25 without shirt (select the no shirt option during checkout to save $5.00).
• Packet Pick-up: Friday, September 12th, 2025, from 7 am - 6 pm at Gastonia Municipal Airport.

🏅 Awards and Recognition

• Finisher Medal: Everyone receives a finisher medal at the finish line.
• Overall Awards: 1st place finisher (male and female).
• Age Group Awards: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for age groups (M&F): 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
• Course: USTF certified 5k starting and finishing on the runway.

💧 Post-Race Amenities

• Refreshments: Water and snacks provided at the finish.
• Important Note: Race shirts are not guaranteed after August 17th, 2025.