5K Run/Walk (Certified USATF Course) and ½ Mile Kid’s Fun Run

Where: Boiling Springs, NC - The race will begin on the campus of Gardner-Webb University at the Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center (LYCC).  All race participants should park in the LYCC parking lot and meet inside the center to pick up their packets.

Start Time

8:30am – 5K Run/Walk

9:30am – Kid’s Fun Run (½ mile)

(Note: All participants should have their packet picked up by 8:15am).

After 5:00 pm on Nov 25th, pre-registration money and forms will only be accepted at the Ruby C Hunt YMCA and on-site on race day. Also, t-shirts are subject to availability

5K Run Awards Categories:
Top 3 Male/Female runners Overall, Masters Division (40 +), Grand Masters Division (50 +)
Top 3 Male/Female runners ages 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44,  45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over
*NO DOUBLING OF AWARDS

5K Dog/Owner Awards - Top Overall
5K Running Stroller Awards - Top Overall
Best Costume  (Fun for all ages!) -Top Overall Child,Top Overall Adult
Fun Run Awards - Top 3 Male/Female for time and then awards are distributed to all participants!
Phantom Runner - I want the shirt! And help support the YMCAs effort in serving others and providing financial assistance.

The Turkey Trot is a family friendly event and welcomes pet participation, baby strollers, and walkers. We ask that anyone fitting those descriptions line up at the back of the race pack for the safety of everyone.

This event is Rain or Shine.  No Refunds will be available.