5K Run
The 5k is for all fitness levels. Run, Walk, Crawl to the finish line as you go through beautiful downtown Spruce Pine.
Open to ages 5 - 110.
- Start Time:
- 9:00am EDT
- End Time:
- 11:00am EDT
- Price:
- $25.00 Race Fee + $2.50 SignUp Fee
- Registration:
- Price increases to $30.00 after March 21, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| September 15, 2025, 9:00am EDT | March 21, 2026, 11:59pm EDT | $25.00 Race Fee + $2.50 SignUp Fee |
| March 22, 2026, 12:00am EDT | April 13, 2026, 11:59pm EDT | $30.00 Race Fee + $2.80 SignUp Fee |
| April 14, 2026, 12:00am EDT | April 29, 2026, 11:59pm EDT | $33.00 Race Fee + $2.98 SignUp Fee |
| May 1, 2026, 4:30pm EDT | May 2, 2026, 9:00am EDT | $35.00 Race Fee + $3.10 SignUp Fee |
5K Person With Disability FREE
Any person with a disability can participate for free! The 5k is for all fitness levels. Run, Walk, Crawl to the finish line as you go through beautiful downtown Spruce Pine.
Open to ages 1 - 110.
- Start Time:
- 9:00am EDT
- End Time:
- 11:00pm EDT
Fun Run
The Fun Run will take place before the 5k and 10k. This is a great opportunity for kids and beginner runners to get a feel for a race atmosphere as they run through Riverside park and back across the main finish line.
Open to ages 1 - 110.
- Start Time:
- 8:30am EDT
- End Time:
- 9:00am EDT
- Price:
- $20.00 Race Fee + $2.20 SignUp Fee
- Registration:
- Price increases to $22.00 after March 21, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| September 15, 2025, 9:00am EDT | March 21, 2026, 11:59pm EDT | $20.00 Race Fee + $2.20 SignUp Fee |
| March 22, 2026, 12:00am EDT | April 25, 2026, 11:59pm EDT | $22.00 Race Fee + $2.32 SignUp Fee |
| April 26, 2026, 12:00am EDT | April 29, 2026, 11:59pm EDT | $22.00 Race Fee + $2.32 SignUp Fee |
| May 1, 2026, 4:30pm EDT | May 2, 2026, 9:00am EDT | $23.00 Race Fee + $2.38 SignUp Fee |
Fun Run Person With Disability
The Fun Run will take place before the 5k and 10k. This is a great opportunity for kids and beginner runners to get a feel for a race atmosphere as they run through Riverside park and back across the main finish line.
Open to ages 1 - 110.
- Start Time:
- 8:30am EDT
- End Time:
- 9:00am EDT
Speed For Need 5K Pushing Chair (F3 and FiA)
Speed For Need chairs will each have a rider with a disability. By signing up for this you are agreeing to run with a team to help push a chair through the race. Must be aware of safety protocols before pushing. The 5k is for all fitness levels. Run, Walk, Crawl to the finish line as you go through beautiful downtown Spruce Pine.
Open to ages 13 - 110.
- Start Time:
- 9:00am EDT
- End Time:
- 11:00am EDT
- Price:
- $25.00 Race Fee + $2.50 SignUp Fee
- Registration:
- Registration closes on April 29, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT and re-opens on May 1, 2026 at 4:30pm EDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| September 15, 2025, 9:00am EDT | April 29, 2026, 11:59pm EDT | $25.00 Race Fee + $2.50 SignUp Fee |
| May 1, 2026, 4:30pm EDT | May 2, 2026, 9:00am EDT | $25.00 Race Fee + $2.50 SignUp Fee |
Spirit Runner (No Race, Just Swag)
If you can't make it to the race or just want to participate by getting a cool shirt this is the registration for you!
NOTE: If you register for this after the shirt deadline you will not be guaranteed a shirt.
NOTE: If you register for this after the shirt deadline you will not be guaranteed a shirt.
Open to ages 1 - 110.
- Start Time:
- 9:00am EDT
- End Time:
- 11:00am EDT
- Price:
- $20.00 Race Fee + $2.20 SignUp Fee
- Registration:
- Price increases to $22.00 after March 21, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Price |
|---|---|---|
| September 15, 2025, 9:00am EDT | March 21, 2026, 11:59pm EDT | $20.00 Race Fee + $2.20 SignUp Fee |
| March 22, 2026, 12:00am EDT | April 29, 2026, 11:59pm EDT | $22.00 Race Fee + $2.32 SignUp Fee |
This is a service fee for processing your registration. This may be slightly higher or lower per registrant than the amount shown here.