Events
1-Mile Family Fun Run
Place
5055 Hope Road
Vale, NC US 28168
Description
WHAT IS IT
A fun and mission driven 5K Marathon for any age group - young and old. Walk, run, or jog!
WHAT MAKES THIS UNIQUE
Participants will follow a route that tells the story of the Hmong people - starting with origins in Western China, migration to Southeast Asia, and then spreading around the world - all while enjoying the beautiful scenery of Hart Square Village in Vale, NC.
WHY
Proceeds and any donation from this platform will go to HHR 5K, which will:
Support Hmong cultural preservation and education
Sustain programs for the Hmong community in our state
Solidify a location to store, showcase, and preserve vital pieces of the Hmong people's identity and family histories - such as traditional handcrafts, arts, instruments, and more.
ABOUT US
The Hmong Heritage Run 5K was established in April 2023 as a collaborative effort between the Hmong community in North Carolina and our current fiscal sponsor, Arts Culture Catawba, a DBA of the United Arts Council of Catawba County. This event creates a space to share Hmong culture, promote health and well-being, and introduce the broader public to who the Hmong people are. We want to connect today’s generations while strengthening relationships with the broader community. Learn more about us at facebook.com/hhr5k.
Call: 828.391.9666 or email: info@nchmongheritage.com
Group Pricing
Group Pricing is available for groups with 10 or more participants.
1) Groups with 10 to 19 participants (includes both 5K and 1-Mile registrations) = $175
2) Groups with 20 to 25 participants (includes both 5K and 1-Mile registrations) = $300
To create your group, one person will need to register under the 5K or 1-Mile option. For the question "Would you like to join or create a join/team" - select Yes. Select the menu button: "Create a New Group/Team". Select the Group Type (10 to 19 participants OR 20 to 25 participants) and then type in your Group/Team Name. You can also setup a password for your team so that they are required to enter the password to join the team when they register (recommended). The Group Fee will be charged with the first registration. All subsequent registrations in that group will not have a registration fee until the maximum registrations for that group have been met.
Chip Timing
The 5K will be chip timed. The 1 Mile Run/Walk will not be chip timed.
Packet Pickup
Packet Pickup begins at 7 am on Race Day (May 9, 2026).
Finisher Medals
All 5K and 1 Mile participants will receive a finisher medal.
5K Award Categories
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5K and 1 Mile Course Maps
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Race Contact Info
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