Charity Chase Half Marathon & 5K
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Hickory, North Carolina
- Price $27.50 - $54.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the 20th Annual Charity Chase Half Marathon & 5K, taking place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the beautiful city of Hickory, Catawba, North Carolina! This exciting event offers two race distances: the challenging half marathon, which kicks off at 7:30 AM, and a fun-filled 5K starting at 7:00 AM. The half marathon course will take you on a scenic journey through the foothills of Hickory, featuring elevation changes that will give you the thrill of conquering a sixty-story climb!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event welcomes participants of all ages, from seven to seventy, ensuring a family-friendly atmosphere. With over 300 enthusiastic volunteers ready to support you with water, Gatorade, and GU along the route, plus entertainment to keep your spirits high, you're in for a fantastic experience. Safety is a top priority, with local police and EMS on standby to ensure a smooth race. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this rewarding event; it's a perfect opportunity to achieve personal bests while supporting a great cause! Join us for a memorable day in Hickory
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event welcomes participants of all ages, from seven to seventy, ensuring a family-friendly atmosphere. With over 300 enthusiastic volunteers ready to support you with water, Gatorade, and GU along the route, plus entertainment to keep your spirits high, you're in for a fantastic experience. Safety is a top priority, with local police and EMS on standby to ensure a smooth race. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this rewarding event; it's a perfect opportunity to achieve personal bests while supporting a great cause! Join us for a memorable day in Hickory
Organiser's Description
We are celebrating our 20th year of the Charity Chase Half Marathon!!!!
The Charity Chase Half Marathon is a rewarding run for those up for the challenge. Hickory is in the foothills of North Carolina and the race course winds around the city with elevation changes that will require some effort. You will have run up and down the equivalent of a sixty-story building before you finish but don't be scared off! We have participants that run/walk and runners as young as seven and as old as seventy.
The Charity Chase 5k will take participants through the downtown area of Hickory.
Charity Chase Half Marathon will start at 7:30 AM.
Charity Chase 5K will start at 7:00 AM.
Our Charity volunteer groups help make Charity Chase Half Marathon run smoothly. There will be over 300 volunteers at the start/finish and along the race course to cheer you on, provide water, Gatorade & GU. They may even entertain you along the way! Hickory's Police Department will be at every controlled intersection and our EMS will be on standby along the course for your safety.
Packet Pick Up will be Friday, April 17th from 12pm-6pm at the Hickory Metro Convention Center.
Race Day Packet Pick Up is available at race venue between 5:30 am - 6:45 am.
EVERYTHING WE DO AT CHARITY CHASE HALF MARATHON IS GEARED TO GIVING OUR RUNNERS A REWARDING RACE WHERE, HOPEFULLY, NEW PERSONAL BESTS AND GREAT EXPERIENCES WILL BE FOUND. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE!
AWARDS:
Half Marathon
Top 3 Male/Female Overall
Top 3 Age Group Male/Female Awards: 1-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+
5K
Top 3 Male/Female Overall
1st place in each age group awards: 1-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+
The Charity Chase Half Marathon is a rewarding run for those up for the challenge. Hickory is in the foothills of North Carolina and the race course winds around the city with elevation changes that will require some effort. You will have run up and down the equivalent of a sixty-story building before you finish but don't be scared off! We have participants that run/walk and runners as young as seven and as old as seventy.
The Charity Chase 5k will take participants through the downtown area of Hickory.
Charity Chase Half Marathon will start at 7:30 AM.
Charity Chase 5K will start at 7:00 AM.
Our Charity volunteer groups help make Charity Chase Half Marathon run smoothly. There will be over 300 volunteers at the start/finish and along the race course to cheer you on, provide water, Gatorade & GU. They may even entertain you along the way! Hickory's Police Department will be at every controlled intersection and our EMS will be on standby along the course for your safety.
Packet Pick Up will be Friday, April 17th from 12pm-6pm at the Hickory Metro Convention Center.
Race Day Packet Pick Up is available at race venue between 5:30 am - 6:45 am.
EVERYTHING WE DO AT CHARITY CHASE HALF MARATHON IS GEARED TO GIVING OUR RUNNERS A REWARDING RACE WHERE, HOPEFULLY, NEW PERSONAL BESTS AND GREAT EXPERIENCES WILL BE FOUND. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE!
AWARDS:
Half Marathon
Top 3 Male/Female Overall
Top 3 Age Group Male/Female Awards: 1-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+
5K
Top 3 Male/Female Overall
1st place in each age group awards: 1-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+
Races
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Charity Chase Half Marathon
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$54.00
You may message us on our Facebook page or send an email to [email protected]. -
Charity Chase 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$27.50
Charity Chase offers a shorter run the whole family can enjoy to encourage runners of all experience levels to join us on race day. You may message us on our Facebook page or send an email to [email protected].
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Start line for the 5K and the Half are at the corner of 4th St NW and Main Ave NW, Hickory, 28601, NC, United States
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