Run the Creek 5K & Family Fun Run

Registration Information

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
• Location: Highland Creek Elementary School, Charlotte, NC
• Family Fun Run: Starts at 8:30 am
• 5K Road Race: Starts at 9:00 am

Community Engagement

This exciting event offers a Family Fun Run and a 5K road race winding through the beautiful (and hilly!) Highland Creek neighborhood. We believe in community, and this family-friendly initiative welcomes participants of all ages and paces, ensuring everyone can join in the fun!

Supporting Local Schools

Your participation supports Highland Creek's six public schools:

• Highland Creek Elementary School
• Cox Mill Elementary School
• Ridge Road Middle School
• Harris Road Middle School

• Mallard Creek High School
• Cox Mill High School

Registration Deadline

• T-shirt Guarantee: Register by February 8 to be guaranteed a t-shirt for the 5K!
• Family Fun Run: (Please note: the Family Fun Run does not include a t-shirt)

Sponsorship and Volunteering

• Sponsorship: Interested in sponsoring? Email jbowen@highlandcreek.com
• Volunteering: Interested in volunteering? Visit the Volunteer tab. We would love to have you!

Race Information Link

For more details about the race, visit the official page: Run the Creek 5K