Stars and Stripes 5K and Fun Run

The Details:

The 5K route through the Silver Creek Plantation neighborhood features an out-and-back run with a bit of trail (off-road) distance and rolling hills. ***UPDATE: For a video of the race course, click here: https://www.relive.cc/view/1659497335. ***

5K Cost: $25 before June 26th; $30 after & on-site

1 Mile Fun Run (non-competitive) Cost: $15 before June 26th; $20 after & on-site

1 Mile Competitive Youth Run Cost: $15 before June 26th; $20 after & on-site

All 5K finishers receive a finisher's medal and Shores Multisport runner's headscarf.  1 Mile finishers receive a Shores Multisport runner's headscarf and can purchase a medal for $5 on race day as supplies last.  Anyone who already has a Shores Multisport Runner's Headscarf from a previous event or who does not want one for this event, use code NOSCARF to receive a $5 discount on your registration.

Can't make the race date but want to support the charity partner?  Register to be a Virtual Participant, run the 3.1 mile distance as you're able, and we'll mail you the race swag (Shores Multisport runner's headscarf and medal)!  Virtual Participant Cost is $25.  We use an honor system and there is no requirement to prove your time or when you've completed the distance.

Pre-Race Packet Pick-Up:  To be announced soon; keep checking back for details!  ***UPDATED: Thursday, June 28th from 6-7:30pm at Adventure Bound Books at 134 N. Sterling St. in downtown Morganton. ***

Race Day Information:

On-site registration & Packet Pick-up - 7am-7:30am

Race Start Time - 8:00am

Age Groups & Awards:

Overall Male and Female 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers as well as Age Group Male and Female 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers will be recognized for the 5K.  Age Categories will be:

9 years old & Under                40-49 years old

10-14 years old                       50-59 years old

15-19 years old                       60-69 years old

20-29 years old                       70+ years old

30-39 years old

 Male and female age group winners will be recognized in the following categories for the 1 Mile Competitive Youth Run:

<5 years old

6-10 years old

11-15 years old

** Awards will be given after all participants have crossed the finish line.

Door prizes will be given out as well.

Post-Race Information:

Following the event, step into Papa's Grill at the Silver Creek Plantation Clubhouse and enjoy post-race pancakes, a post-race beer, or both (not included in the race entry fee)!

Charity Partner:

Friends of the Airmen and Family Readiness Center (FAFRC), a non-profit which has been helping airmen and their families in NC for the past nine years, focuses on two main projects: (1) providing funds that support members of the 145th Airlift Wing with various financial needs and (2) funding Operation Kids on Guard Deployment  Day.  A donation to FAFRC will be made from the event proceeds.

Volunteers are needed for this event!  Please sign up in the designated area if you are available to volunteer.