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Special Olympics Run for the Gold 5K

Sat August 30, 2025 Directions

Events

Special Olympics Run for the Gold 5K

$25 8:00AM EDT Price increases after August 29, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

Place

Rankin Lake
1760 Rankin Lake Road
Gastonia, NC 28054

Run/walk will take place on a paved trail around the lake.

Description

We are pleased to announce the inaugural Special Olympics Run for the Gold. This 5k run is being held at beautiful Rankin Lake Park in scenic Gastonia, North Carolina. The paved, relatively flat course is perfect for those seeking a personal best time, or the beginner looking to finish their first time race. Registration guarantees a tee shirt, bib timing for runners, and finisher medals for all. Mark your calendar for the last Saturday in August, lace up those shoes, and join us for a great cause with all the proceeds going to Special Olympics Gaston County. 

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Directions

Rankin Lake
1760 Rankin Lake Road
Gastonia, NC 28054

Run/walk will take place on a paved trail around the lake.

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