Events
In-Person
Meet Me at the Fountain 5k
Price:
$30
($15:
Ages 1 - 12)
Time:
8:00AM EDT
Price increases after July 19, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
The Meet Me at the Fountain 5K is proud to be part of the Rutherford Outdoor Coalition Running Race Series. The 2026 Series has 13 events running from February to December. There are road races, trail runs, and even a hill climb. Series details and current standings can be found at the ROC website. Proceeds from the 12th running of the 5K will benefit Local Rutherford County Needs.
🗓️ Schedule
Friday - July 24th
4:00 - 6:00pm: Packet Pick Up and On-site Registration at Smith's Drugs of Forest City
Saturday - July 25th
7:00 - 8:00am: Packet Pick Up and Late On-site Registration
8:00am: 5K START
9:00am: Fun Run START
⏰ Registration
$25 EARLY BIRD: 2/1/2026 - 2/8/2026
CUTOFF TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT IS 7/10/2026
$30 Regular Registration: 2/9/2026 - 7/19/2026
$35 Late Registration: 7/20/2026 - Race Day
$15 Kids 12 & Under *(CUTOFF TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT IS 7/6/2026)*
Fun Run (ages 8 and under): FREE [While FREE we do ask that you register in advance] Shirts are available for $15.
🎁 Giveaway
All entrants who register before July 10th, will recieve an official Meet Me at The Fountain 5k T-Shirt!
Design to be revealed soon!
🏆Awards
👉Top 3 Male/Female Overall
👉Top Male/Female Masters
👉Top 3 finishers in each of the following Age Groups:
8 and Under, 9-11, 12-14, 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+
Contact Us
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Race Location
Smith's Drugs of Forest City
139 E. Main Street
Forest City, NC 28043 US
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