Annual Beach Blast 5k
Saturday, May 4, 2024
Past event
8:00 AM EDT
Albemarle, North Carolina
$35.00 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 19th Annual Beach Blast 5K, taking place on Saturday, May 4th, 2024, in the scenic town of Albemarle, Stanly! This premier road race has been a beloved tradition since its inception in 2004, bringing together the community for a fun and challenging run. Participants can look forward to a fantastic course, an awesome goody bag filled with surprises, stylish premium shirts, and delightful post-race snacks. With awards for the top three finishers in each age category, from youth to seasoned runners, there's something for everyone to celebrate. Don't miss out on this exciting event—join us for a day of camaraderie, competition, and community spirit!
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Races
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Annual Beach Blast 5k Run/Walk
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$35.00
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Virtual Beach Blast 5k
VirtualIncludes T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$35.00
Organiser's description
THE 19TH ANNUAL BEACH BLAST 5K IS ONE OF THE REGION'S PREMIER ROAD RACES.
THE BEGINNING -
BACK IN 2004, AT ONE OF THE THE FIRST MEETINGS OF THE NEWLY FORMED UWHARRIE RUNNING CLUB, PETER ASCIUTTO, DEREK BLALOCK, MATT GREENE, LEE ALLEN AND JOANNE RINKER MET AT THE FIREHOUSE CAFE IN DOWNTOWN ALBEMARLE AND PUT TOGETHER OUR PLAN FOR THE 1ST EVER BEACH BLAST 5K. WE ASKED OURSELVES "WHAT MAKES A GREAT RACE?"
OUR ANSWERS - A GREAT COURSE, AWESOME GOODY BAG WITH STUFF IN THEM, COOL T-SHIRTS, GREAT POST RACE SNACKS, AND AWARDS. 19-YEARS LATER, THOSE GOALS ARE STILL THE SAME.
OUR GOAL IS TO PUT ON A FIRST-CLASS RACE, THAT IS CHALLENGING AND FUN. IN 2023 WE WILL LIMIT THE RACE TO 300 PARTICIPANTS.
WE ARE UPGRADING TO A SUPER SOFT PREMIUM SHIRT AND MEDAL THIS YEAR!
Awards will be given to top 3 In each Age Category!
0-14,15-19,20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69,70+
THE BEGINNING -
BACK IN 2004, AT ONE OF THE THE FIRST MEETINGS OF THE NEWLY FORMED UWHARRIE RUNNING CLUB, PETER ASCIUTTO, DEREK BLALOCK, MATT GREENE, LEE ALLEN AND JOANNE RINKER MET AT THE FIREHOUSE CAFE IN DOWNTOWN ALBEMARLE AND PUT TOGETHER OUR PLAN FOR THE 1ST EVER BEACH BLAST 5K. WE ASKED OURSELVES "WHAT MAKES A GREAT RACE?"
OUR ANSWERS - A GREAT COURSE, AWESOME GOODY BAG WITH STUFF IN THEM, COOL T-SHIRTS, GREAT POST RACE SNACKS, AND AWARDS. 19-YEARS LATER, THOSE GOALS ARE STILL THE SAME.
OUR GOAL IS TO PUT ON A FIRST-CLASS RACE, THAT IS CHALLENGING AND FUN. IN 2023 WE WILL LIMIT THE RACE TO 300 PARTICIPANTS.
WE ARE UPGRADING TO A SUPER SOFT PREMIUM SHIRT AND MEDAL THIS YEAR!
Awards will be given to top 3 In each Age Category!
0-14,15-19,20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69,70+
Location
154 S. First Street, Albemarle, 28001, NC, United States
Annual Beach Blast 5k
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