Events
Place
Hickory, NC US 28601
Description
Brand New for Spring 2024!
The Hickory Sunrise Rotary Run, Walk, and Roll Adaptive 5K and Miler. We
welcome all racers, including participants in all events who may have a permanent visual, physical, or
intellectual impairment that affects their ability to participate in long distance running.
Race Day is Saturday, April 27th!
Mission:
Our mission is not only one of community outreach, but to also feature and support the adaptive
community and disability services in the Catawba County Region.
Hickory Sunrise Rotary also works to support Veterans Helping Veterans, CVCC scholarships, Hickory
Soup Kitchen, and Education Opportunities for young people.
You will enjoy a fabulous day of
camaraderie and community support of Runners of all ages and abilities.
Help Us Help Others!
We look forward to creating an awesome experience for everyone involved.
Awards:
All race participants will receive a Disability Awareness Ribbon as part of their Race Packet!
Race Details:
Packet Pick-Up:
Friday, April 26th - First United Methodist Church: 311 3rd Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601
5:00 to 7:00 pm - Packet Pickup Event! Come grab your race bib at First United Methodist Church: 311 3rd Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601.
Extra-T-shirts will also be sold for $15/each.
Race Day:
Saturday, April 27th – SALT Block 243 3rd Avenue NE, Hickory NC 28601
8:00 am - Day-of registration opens for those not yet registered. Packets (race bibs) can also be
picked up if you missed Friday's Packet Pick-Up Event.
8:30 am - Day-of registration closes.
9:00 am - Race starts!
9:30 am - Race awards for fastest male and female in each age bracket are announced.
Parking:
First United Methodist Church: 311 3rd Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601; SALT Block: 243 3rd Avenue NE, Hickory NC 28601
Volunteers:
Will be stationed at the entrances to the park directing traffic.
Bathrooms:
There are bathrooms facilities inside the Catawba Science Center common area.
Day-of-Registration:
Will be located near the start/finish line.
Medic:
Local EMS/Firefighters will be on site to address minor medical issues should they occur
during the race.
Food and Water:
Snacks and bottled water will be provided to race participants.
Sponsor Tents:
Race Sponsor Tents will be set up in the SALT Block Lawn area. Please stop by the Race Sponsor Tents to learn more about local business who are supporting the race!
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Hickory Sunrise Rotary Adaptive 5K Course Map
Hickory Sunrise Rotary Adaptive 5K Course Map
The Lenoir-Rhyne University 5K Route-Alternate course is dynamic, challenging, and scenic. Safety of
participants is a major focus of this 5K.
Major Intersections of this public road course will be barricaded by the Hickory Police Department and
Local EMS will be on standby.
Volunteers will also help with providing water, guiding, and cheering on participants! Because the route is on
public roadways, please be weary of pedestrians and cyclists.
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.
Hickory Sunrise Rotary Club
Learn More About the Hickory Sunrise Rotary Club
The Hickory Sunrise Rotary Club is often referred to as “The small club that gets does BIG things done!”
A member of District 7670, Hickory Sunrise is the most diverse club in western North Carolina – a fact
that makes us proud!
We are a small friendly club with a focus on educational initiatives and the needs of the homeless and
veterans in our community. We believe in embracing the Rotary motto, "Service Above Self", and our
own club specialty of having fun while doing so.
We invite you to join us in making a difference in our community. Drop by one of our meetings at
Lenoir-Rhyne University, or if you would like to speak with someone about Hickory Sunrise, please
contact us at 828-228-6885.
Hickory Sunrise Rotary Adaptive 5k Flyer
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.
