Communication Counts 5k
- Date Sat 28th March 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Charlotte, North Carolina
- Price $15.00 - $35.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the 7th annual Communication Counts 5k, taking place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at McAlpine Creek Park in beautiful Charlotte, Mecklenburg! This exciting event features a timed 5k race, an untimed fun run, and a delightful kids dash, making it perfect for participants of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to have a great time with family and friends, there's something for everyone.
Join us to raise vital funds that ensure access to exceptional speech-language and hearing services for those in need in our community. Timed 5k participants will receive an official timing bib, a race t-shirt, and a finisher medal. Fun run participants will also complete the same course and receive a t-shirt and finisher medal while supplies last. Plus, don't miss the chance to win exciting prizes for top finishers, the most spirited team, and more! Make sure to mark your calendars and be part of this uplifting event that empowers lives through communication!
Join us to raise vital funds that ensure access to exceptional speech-language and hearing services for those in need in our community. Timed 5k participants will receive an official timing bib, a race t-shirt, and a finisher medal. Fun run participants will also complete the same course and receive a t-shirt and finisher medal while supplies last. Plus, don't miss the chance to win exciting prizes for top finishers, the most spirited team, and more! Make sure to mark your calendars and be part of this uplifting event that empowers lives through communication!
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. 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!
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. 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!
Races
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Communication Counts 5k (Timed)
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$35.00
The 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)
$35.00
Fun 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)
$15.00
The 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
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8711 Monroe Rd., Charlotte, 28212, NC, United States
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