Runway 5k
Past Event
Sat, Sep 12, 2026
Gastonia, NC
1030 Gaston Day School
Typically 65–83°F · some rain risk
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2025
60–82°F
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2024
63–78°F
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2023
67–87°F
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2022
69–84°F
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2021
62–88°F
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2020
71–81°F
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2019
73–95°F
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2018
72–83°F
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60–77°F
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71–83°F
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About this race
Race Overview
Join us September 12th 2026 for the Runway 5k supporting the Gaston County Sheriff’s Office Explorer Program.
Sign Up Information
- Race Day Sign Up: Offered between 6 am - 7 am
- Start Time: 7:30 am Sharp (1 hour max to complete the course, due to Runway closure per FAA)
- Location: Gastonia Municipal Airport : 1030 Gaston Day School, Gastonia, NC 28056
- Price: $30 with Shirt, $25 without shirt (select the no shirt option during check out to save $5.00!)
Awards and Finisher Medals
- Finisher Medal: Everyone receives a Finisher medal at the finish line.
- Overall Awards: 1st place finisher (Male & Female).
- Age Group Awards: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place in age groups (Male & Female): 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
- Course Certification: Course is a USTF certified 5k starting and finishing on the Runway
Additional Information
- Refreshments: Water and snacks provided at the finish
- Packet Pick-up: Friday September 11th, 2026 from 7 am – 6 pm @ Gastonia Municipal Airport : 1030 Gaston Day School, Gastonia, NC 28056
- Race Shirt Guarantee: RACE SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER AUG 15TH, 2026
- More Details: For further information, visit the official race page.
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