Highlands Twilight 5K 2025

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

• Event: Thirteenth Annual Rotary Club of Highlands Twilight 5K
• Date: August 16th, 2025
• Location: Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, Highlands, NC
• Registration Link: Register Here

🎉 Family Fun

• Challenge: Fun for the whole family yet challenging for experienced runners
• Participation: Strollers and walkers are welcome
• T-Shirt: Guaranteed if registered by July 16th, 2025, first come availability after that date
• Extras: One free beer for finishers of age and a light-up toy for kids

🕕 Race Information

• Start Time: 6 PM
• Check-In: Race Day registration and check-in starts at 4:00 PM
• Packet Pickup: Early pickup on August 15th from 5-6 PM at Highlands Recreation Park
• Parking: Available around Kelsey Hutchinson Park, Highlands Recreation Park, and more

🌟 Registration Costs

• Kids Under 5: Free for 5K
• Kids Aged 5-9: $10 for 5K
• Day of Race Price: $45 for 5K, so sign up early
• Dog Policy: Friendly dogs on leash welcome at the back of the pack

💰 Charity and Awards

• Proceeds: All proceeds go to HCCDC (Highlands Community Child Development Center)
• Contribution: Last year raised $25,000 for kids
• Awards: Presented to top finishers in various categories
• Course Records: $100 for beating the record (16:59) and $50 for new age category records

🌄 Experience Highlands

• Course Certification: USATF certified 5K COURSE NC16004DW
• Weather: Rarely above 80 degrees in summer: always cool in the evening
• Weekend Opportunity: Experience the beautiful town of Highlands, NC
• Contact: For questions or sponsorship, contact Derek at 828-200-9226