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When
Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Where
1030 Gaston Day School, Gastonia NC
Distance
5K
Typical weather
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
dry
2022
69–84°F
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2021
62–88°F
dry
2020
71–81°F
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2019
73–95°F
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2018
72–83°F
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2017
60–77°F
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2016
71–83°F
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About this race
Runway 5k Event Details
- Date: September 12th, 2026
- Location: Gastonia Municipal Airport, 1030 Gaston Day School, Gastonia, NC 28056
- Start Time: 7:30 am Sharp (1 hour max to complete the course, due to Runway closure per FAA)
- Race Day Sign Up: Offered between 6 am - 7 am
Registration Information
- Price: $30 with Shirt, $25 without shirt (select the no shirt option during checkout to save $5.00!)
- Finisher Medal: Everyone receives a Finisher medal at the finish line.
- Awards: Overall 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 Information
- Course Certification: The course is a USTF certified 5k starting and finishing on the Runway.
- Refreshments: Water and snacks provided at the finish.
Packet Pick-up
- Date: Friday, September 11th, 2026
- Time: 7am – 6pm
- Location: Gastonia Municipal Airport, 1030 Gaston Day School, Gastonia, NC 28056
Important Notice
- Race Shirts: RACE SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER AUG 15TH, 2026
More Information
- Race URL: Runway 5k Race Registration
Course map
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