Communication Counts 5k
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Charlotte, North Carolina
- Price $20.00 - $45.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 7th annual Communication Counts 5K, taking place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the beautiful McAlpine Creek Park in Charlotte, Mecklenburg! This exciting event features a timed 5K race, a fun untimed run, and a special kids dash, offering something for everyone in the family. Participants in the timed 5K will receive an official timing bib, a race t-shirt, and a finisher medal to commemorate their achievement. If you prefer a more relaxed pace, the fun run allows you to enjoy the scenic course without the pressure of timing, while still earning a t-shirt and finisher medal (while supplies last).
In addition to the in-person festivities, a virtual race option will be available for those who wish to join from afar. This vibrant event not only promotes health and wellness but also raises essential funds to support vital speech-language and hearing services for individuals in need within the community. Don't miss the chance to win exciting prizes for various categories, including top finishers and the most spirited team! Mark your calendar for March 28 and be part of this meaningful and fun-filled day at McAlpine Creek Park!
In addition to the in-person festivities, a virtual race option will be available for those who wish to join from afar. This vibrant event not only promotes health and wellness but also raises essential funds to support vital speech-language and hearing services for individuals in need within the community. Don't miss the chance to win exciting prizes for various categories, including top finishers and the most spirited team! Mark your calendar for March 28 and be part of this meaningful and fun-filled day at McAlpine Creek Park!
Organiser's Description
On Saturday, March 28, 2026, Charlotte Speech and Hearing Center will host its 7th annual Communication Counts 5k timed race, fun run (untimed), and kids dash at McAlpine Creek Park in Charlotte. We will also be bringing back our virtual race option. These events raise critical funds that provide access to superior speech-language and hearing services that empower and transform lives to anyone in need in our community.
Timed 5k participants will receive a timing bib for official race results, race t-shirt, and finisher medal. FUN RUN PARTICIPANTS WILL ALSO COMPLETE THE 5K COURSE BUT WILL NOT BE TIMED, HELPING CSHC REDUCE EVENT COSTS. Fun Run participants will receive a t-shirt and finisher medal while supplies last. IF YOUD LIKE AN OFFICIAL RACE TIME, BE SURE TO REGISTER FOR THE 5K!
Kids Dash participants and Virtual Run registrants will each receive a race t-shirt. T-shirts are available while supplies last. We will also be awarding prizes to:
* 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female
* the Team That Raises The Most
* the Most Spirited Team
* the Largest Team
Click here to view a map of McAlpine Creek Park's course [https://charlottespeechhearing.sharepoint.com//s/CharlotteSpeechandHearingCenter/EdzaNRHY0w5BpCefO6Le6QsBk_bBUzq546ZtnL5xExb07w?e=Yv1qD2].
Packet Pickup:
* Wednesday, March 25 from 7:30 AM-9:30 AM at CSHCs Charlotte clinic 3rd floor
* Thursday, March 26 from 11 AM-1 PM at CSHCs Charlotte clinic 3rd floor
* Thursday, March 26, 2026, 4:00PM-7:00PM, Charlotte Running Co. Promenade (5355 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy #200, Charlotte, NC 28277). Enjoy 10% off in store with your race bib!
* Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 7:30am-8:30am at McAlpine Creek Park
Timed 5k participants will receive a timing bib for official race results, race t-shirt, and finisher medal. FUN RUN PARTICIPANTS WILL ALSO COMPLETE THE 5K COURSE BUT WILL NOT BE TIMED, HELPING CSHC REDUCE EVENT COSTS. Fun Run participants will receive a t-shirt and finisher medal while supplies last. IF YOUD LIKE AN OFFICIAL RACE TIME, BE SURE TO REGISTER FOR THE 5K!
Kids Dash participants and Virtual Run registrants will each receive a race t-shirt. T-shirts are available while supplies last. We will also be awarding prizes to:
* 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female
* the Team That Raises The Most
* the Most Spirited Team
* the Largest Team
Click here to view a map of McAlpine Creek Park's course [https://charlottespeechhearing.sharepoint.com//s/CharlotteSpeechandHearingCenter/EdzaNRHY0w5BpCefO6Le6QsBk_bBUzq546ZtnL5xExb07w?e=Yv1qD2].
Packet Pickup:
* Wednesday, March 25 from 7:30 AM-9:30 AM at CSHCs Charlotte clinic 3rd floor
* Thursday, March 26 from 11 AM-1 PM at CSHCs Charlotte clinic 3rd floor
* Thursday, March 26, 2026, 4:00PM-7:00PM, Charlotte Running Co. Promenade (5355 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy #200, Charlotte, NC 28277). Enjoy 10% off in store with your race bib!
* Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 7:30am-8:30am at McAlpine Creek Park
Races
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Communication Counts 5k (Timed)
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$45.00
CLOSEDThe Communication Counts 5k race will be a timed race at McAlpine Creek Park, starting at 9:00am. -
Fun Run (Untimed)
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$45.00
CLOSEDFun Run participants will also complete the 5k course but will not be timed, helping CSHC reduce event costs. -
Kids Dash
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$20.00
CLOSEDThe Kids Dash will be an untimed race and the distance will vary based on the ages of our participants (100 yards to 1/4 mile). -
Virtual 5K
Incl. T-Shirt
$25.00
CLOSED
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