When
Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Where
1030 Gaston Day School, Gastonia NC
Distance
5K
About this race
Race Overview
- Event Date: September 12th, 2026
- Location: Gaston Day School, Gastonia, NC
- Race URL: Runway 5k Registration
- Beneficiary: Gaston County Sheriff’s Office Explorer Program
Race Day Information
- Sign Up Time: 6 am - 7 am
- Start Time: 7:30 am sharp (1 hour max to complete due to Runway closure per FAA)
- Registration Fee: $30 with Shirt, $25 without Shirt (select no shirt to save $5)
- Finisher Medal: Every participant receives a Finisher medal at the finish line
Awards and Recognition
- Overall Winner: 1st place finisher (Male & Female)
- Age Group Awards: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place (Male & Female) in age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
- Course Certification: USTF certified 5k starting and finishing on the Runway
- Finish Line Refreshments: Water and snacks provided at the finish
Packet Pick-Up
- Pick-Up Date: Friday, September 11th, 2026
- Time: 7 am – 6 pm
- Location: Gastonia Municipal Airport, 1030 Gaston Day School, Gastonia, NC 28056
- Shirt Availability: Race shirts are not guaranteed after August 15th, 2026
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