Burke Day For Life 5K and Fun Run
- Date Sat 18th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Morganton, North Carolina
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit, family fun, and outdoor adventure at the Burke Day For Life 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in Morganton, Burke County. This inaugural event kicks off the Burke Day For Life celebration, offering a perfect blend of physical activity and festive enjoyment for all ages. The 5K race begins at 8:00 AM at Burkemont Baptist Church, taking participants on a scenic journey through the stunning countryside, with breathtaking views of Burkemont Mountain and a delightful pass through Double E Farms. Runners and walkers can enjoy the vibrant fall colors and the charm of a working farm, complete with cattle, lambs, and a pumpkin patch.
For those looking for a shorter challenge, the Mile Fun Run/Walk starts at 9:30 AM, welcoming participants of all ages to join in the fun. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your achievements with awards for top finishers in each age group and enjoy a lively atmosphere filled with food trucks, live music, carnival games, and plenty of treats. Don't miss the chance to win door prizes and participate in the raffle, all while supporting the vital services of the Pregnancy Care Center of Burke County
For those looking for a shorter challenge, the Mile Fun Run/Walk starts at 9:30 AM, welcoming participants of all ages to join in the fun. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your achievements with awards for top finishers in each age group and enjoy a lively atmosphere filled with food trucks, live music, carnival games, and plenty of treats. Don't miss the chance to win door prizes and participate in the raffle, all while supporting the vital services of the Pregnancy Care Center of Burke County
Organiser's Description
Join us for the Pregnancy Care Center of Burke Countys inaugural Day For Life 5k Run/Walk and Mile Fun Run/Walk, the kickoff to our Burke Day For Life celebrationa day of community, family, music, food, and fun for all ages.
The 5k race begins at 8:00 am; the start and finish line will be at Burkemont Baptist Church. The course rolls through the beautiful countryside along the base of Burkemont Mountain. Take in the fresh air and scenery of the NC Foothills during peak autumn season. As an extra treat, the race route goes through Double E Farmsa working farm with beef cattle, lambs, corn fields and a pumpkin patch. Be sure to visit Briarpatch Mercantile at Double E Farms for local breads, cheeses, deer corn, gifts and produce. After crossing the finish line, awards will be given for each age group, male and female. The Mile Fun Run/Walk begins at 9:30 am and will be a loop course, also starting and finishing at Burkemont Baptist Church. All ages are encouraged to participate.
After the races, get ready to celebrate with food trucks, live music, carnival games and treats, door prizes and a raffle. All proceeds from these events support the services of the Pregnancy Care Center of Burke County.
The 5k race begins at 8:00 am; the start and finish line will be at Burkemont Baptist Church. The course rolls through the beautiful countryside along the base of Burkemont Mountain. Take in the fresh air and scenery of the NC Foothills during peak autumn season. As an extra treat, the race route goes through Double E Farmsa working farm with beef cattle, lambs, corn fields and a pumpkin patch. Be sure to visit Briarpatch Mercantile at Double E Farms for local breads, cheeses, deer corn, gifts and produce. After crossing the finish line, awards will be given for each age group, male and female. The Mile Fun Run/Walk begins at 9:30 am and will be a loop course, also starting and finishing at Burkemont Baptist Church. All ages are encouraged to participate.
After the races, get ready to celebrate with food trucks, live music, carnival games and treats, door prizes and a raffle. All proceeds from these events support the services of the Pregnancy Care Center of Burke County.
Races
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Burke Day for Life 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
T-shirt included -
Burke Day for Life Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th October 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$27.50
T-shirt included -
Burke Day for Life Event T-Shirt
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$22.20
T-shirt only
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Burke Day For Life 5K and Fun Run
