Walk the Talk 5k, fun run, and health fair is about nurturing and strengthening the body, mind, and spirit. We will have 30 plus vendors, educators, instructors, and coaches on site from local studios, educational backgrounds, farmer’s markets, businesses, and food/snack trucks. We will feature dance and gymnastics performances, aerobics classes (all-levels), prize bingo, and registration for various athletics/hobbies such as paddle boarding or tennis/pickleball clubs!
Course Certification: We are seeking official USATF certification for this event. We will post that designation as soon as we are approved!
Events
5k - Elite
Price:
$25
Time:
8:30AM EDT
For those who are looking to make a personal best time. Elite runners can self-select into this early wave. No proof of timing from other races will be required.
1 Mile Youth Fun Run ( 4-12)
Price:
$15
Time:
8:40AM EDT
Registration ends September 19, 2026 at 8:30am EDT
🎁 Giveaway
All registrants will receive our custom race t-shirt* and swag bag. Shirt design to be revealed soon!
*Must register by 9/5 to be guaranteed a shirt. After 9/5, t-shirts are available first come, first serve.
🏆 Awards
Overall top 3 Male/Female finishers in the Elite and Open events will receive an award.
Overall top 3 Male/Female finishers in the Open event, in the following age groups will receive an award:
9 and under
10-14
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
🗓️ Race Day Schedule
7:00am - 8:20am: Onsite packet pickup
8:20am - Runners meet at the start line
8:30am - Elite wave starts
8:35am - Open wave starts
8:40am - Youth Fun Run starts
Following racing visit one of our 30 vendors during the health fair!
Contact Form
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Event Location
Bessemer City Church of God
7101 Gastonia Hwy
Bessemer City, NC 28016 US
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