14th Annual Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop
- Date Tue 27th October 2026
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Statesville, North Carolina
- Price $7.36 - $16.90
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the 14th Annual Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, in the vibrant city of Statesville, Iredell. This spirited event promises a day of fun and fitness, with proceeds benefiting the Iredell County Special Olympics. Runners of all ages and abilities are welcome to participate in this exciting race held along the scenic Greenway.
Participants can embrace the festive atmosphere with optional costumes, making for a memorable experience! The race is stroller-friendly, ensuring everyone can join in the fun. Awards will be presented for overall winners, masters, and in five-year age groups. The Ghoulish Gallop is also part of the 2026 Championship Series, offering participants a chance to accumulate points throughout the year. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a great cause and enjoy a fun-filled day of running!
Participants can embrace the festive atmosphere with optional costumes, making for a memorable experience! The race is stroller-friendly, ensuring everyone can join in the fun. Awards will be presented for overall winners, masters, and in five-year age groups. The Ghoulish Gallop is also part of the 2026 Championship Series, offering participants a chance to accumulate points throughout the year. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a great cause and enjoy a fun-filled day of running!
Organiser's Description
Proceeds for Iredell County Special Olympics
First 10 participants receive a Free pair of Feetures Socks
Race is on Greenway
Costume is optional Stroller Friendly / No Dogs Allowed
Awards for overall, masters & 5 year age groups nightly.
This race will be part of the 2026 Championship Series. Run in 10 races throughout the year
and accumulate points.
To be eligible for Series Championship you must compete in 10 out of 15 races.
1 additional point will be earned for each race over 10
Run in All 15 races and receive 5 additional points and a Free Race for 2027.
Race Dates: 1/27/2026, 2/21/2026, 2/24/2026, 3/17/2026, 4/4/2026, 4/7/2026, 4/21/2026, 5/5/2026, 6/2/2026, 7/21/2026, 8/4/2026, 8/18/2026, 9/1/2026, 10/6/2026 & 10/27/2026
Points will be earned as follows:
Overall 1st 12 Points, Overall 2nd 10 Points, Overall 3rd 9 Points, Masters 1st 8 Points, Masters 2nd 7 Points
Masters 3rd 6 Points, Age Group 1st 5 Points, Age Group 2nd 4 Points, Age Group 3rd 3 Points
All other Participants 2 Points
Prize money for top 5 male and female Championship Winners
1) $60.00 2) $50.00 3) $40.00 4) $30.00 5) $20.00
NO DOGS ALLOWED
First 10 participants receive a Free pair of Feetures Socks
Race is on Greenway
Costume is optional Stroller Friendly / No Dogs Allowed
Awards for overall, masters & 5 year age groups nightly.
This race will be part of the 2026 Championship Series. Run in 10 races throughout the year
and accumulate points.
To be eligible for Series Championship you must compete in 10 out of 15 races.
1 additional point will be earned for each race over 10
Run in All 15 races and receive 5 additional points and a Free Race for 2027.
Race Dates: 1/27/2026, 2/21/2026, 2/24/2026, 3/17/2026, 4/4/2026, 4/7/2026, 4/21/2026, 5/5/2026, 6/2/2026, 7/21/2026, 8/4/2026, 8/18/2026, 9/1/2026, 10/6/2026 & 10/27/2026
Points will be earned as follows:
Overall 1st 12 Points, Overall 2nd 10 Points, Overall 3rd 9 Points, Masters 1st 8 Points, Masters 2nd 7 Points
Masters 3rd 6 Points, Age Group 1st 5 Points, Age Group 2nd 4 Points, Age Group 3rd 3 Points
All other Participants 2 Points
Prize money for top 5 male and female Championship Winners
1) $60.00 2) $50.00 3) $40.00 4) $30.00 5) $20.00
NO DOGS ALLOWED
Races
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5k Youth
Incl. $1.48 Fee
Tue 27th October 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
$9.48
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5k Adult
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Tue 27th October 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
$16.90
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1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Youth
Incl. $1.36 Fee
Tue 27th October 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
$7.36
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1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Adult
Incl. $1.72 Fee
Tue 27th October 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
$13.72
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