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RACE LOCATION: 9100 Robert D. Snyder Rd, Charlotte, NC (UNC Charlotte campus)

Parking 

TWO PARKING OPTIONS

- FREE PARKING is available on site in the parking deck at 9100 Robert D Snyder Dr (DO NOT park on any surface lots, use the parking deck only)

- Across the street at Shoppes at University Place, 8931 JM Keynes Rd, Charlotte, NC (this is a short walk across JW Clay Blvd to the start/finish line)

OR, skip the parking and ride the light rail to LYNX Blue Line station JW Clay Blvd.

Packet Pickup 

MONDAY, January 30, 2024
3:00 - 5:00 PM Run For Your Life University, 1816 E. Arbors Dr.  

WEDNESDAY, January 1, 2025 - RACE DAY
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM near the START LINE, 9100 Robert D. Snyder Rd, Charlotte, NC

Race Course

ALL RUNNERS SHOULD REPORT TO 9100 ROBERT D. SNYDER RD, CHARLOTTE, NC (ACROSS FROM UNIVERSITY MARRIOTT ON UNCC CAMPUS) FOR THE RACE START.  

COURSE: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5865251203/

 

Event Schedule

8:30 AM - Race Day Packet Pickup opens
10:00 AM - 5K Starts
11:00 AM - Kids Dash, followed by Awards ceremony
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Brunch and Post Race party!

What does a VIP get?

VIP incudes post-race mimosas, custom champagne glass and access to heated VIP area.
ALL for JUST $20 if you register by 12/24

Benefitting

University City Foundation serves as a funding and fundraising tool to advance community development, community building and placemaking programs and projects in the University City market area.

 

Awards

Top 3 Male and Female Overall
Top 3 Male and Female in the following Age Groups:
14 and under
15 – 19
20 – 24
25 – 29
30 – 34
35 – 39
40 – 44
45 – 49
50 – 59
60 – 69
70 plus

 

Are kids and spectators allowed?

This event is open to the public and a great way to start your New Year!  Spectators are welcome at no charge, but must purchase a spectator pass if they want to partake in post-race food/beverages.

Kids are welcome, but must be registered to enter the race course.  

Are dogs allowed?

There are NO DOGS ALLOWED at this event, except for registered service dogs.  Dogs are not permitted on UNC Charlotte campus at the post-race festival. 

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