Goblin Gallop for Recovery 5K at WPCC
- Date Fri 25th October 2024
- Location Morganton, North Carolina
- Price $38.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Goblin Gallop for Recovery 5K on Friday, October 25, 2024, in Morganton, Burke County! This vibrant evening race, starting at 6:00 PM, invites runners and walkers of all levels to experience a scenic 5K course winding through the picturesque campuses of Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC), the NC School of Science and Math (NCSSM), and the NC School for the Deaf (NCSD), all set against the stunning backdrop of the South Mountains.
Embrace the Halloween spirit by dressing up in your favorite costume—prizes will be awarded for the top three! Glow sticks will be provided, and participants are encouraged to bring headlamps or flashlights to illuminate their path. After the race, enjoy delicious refreshments including hot dogs and apple cider. Each participant will also receive a cotton-polyester blend long-sleeve t-shirt or sweatshirt, with early registration ensuring a guaranteed size. Don't miss this chance to celebrate health, community, and recovery while enjoying the beautiful fall colors! Register early to take advantage of discounted rates and join us for a memorable evening of fun and fitness!
Embrace the Halloween spirit by dressing up in your favorite costume—prizes will be awarded for the top three! Glow sticks will be provided, and participants are encouraged to bring headlamps or flashlights to illuminate their path. After the race, enjoy delicious refreshments including hot dogs and apple cider. Each participant will also receive a cotton-polyester blend long-sleeve t-shirt or sweatshirt, with early registration ensuring a guaranteed size. Don't miss this chance to celebrate health, community, and recovery while enjoying the beautiful fall colors! Register early to take advantage of discounted rates and join us for a memorable evening of fun and fitness!
Organiser's Description
BURKE RECOVERY [https://www.burkerecovery.com/], providing substance abuse prevention, treatment and recovery support services in Morganton and Burke County, invites all runners and walkers to join us and the fall colors for the second time in the NC foothills on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2024. The scenic paved 5K course winds through the beautiful campuses of Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC), the NC School of Science and Math (NCSSM) and the NC School for the Deaf (NCSD) with a backdrop of the South Mountains. All who participated enjoyed our inaugural race in 2023.
As this is an evening race (START TIME IS 6:00 P.M.), glow sticks will be provided and the use of headlamps or flashlights is recommended, and in the spirit of a Halloween-themed race, costumes are encouraged and prizes will be awarded to the 3 best costumes as determined by the judges. Post-race refreshments will include the usual plus hot dogs and apple cider.
A cotton-polyester blend long-sleeve t-shirt or sweatshirt is included in the entry fee. Shirt selections can be guaranteed only for those who register prior to October 10.
This chip-timed event is suitable for competitive runners as well as those who wish to enjoy the course at a more leisurely pace.
REGISTRATION
Through October 1, 2024: $30 (adults) and $20 (student 20 & under)
October 2 through Race Day: $35 (adults) and $25 (student 20 & under)
_Student and discounts will be applied automatically at check-out._
AWARDS
In addition to the Best Costume awards, 5K participants will be eligible for awards in the following categories: Top Overall Male & Female, Top Overall Male & Female Masters (40+) and Top 3 Male & Female in each Age Group: 13 & Under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70 & Over.
PACKET PICKUP AND RACE-DAY REGISTRATION
Packet pickup and race day registration will be available at Western Piedmont Community College On Friday, October 25, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. until 5:45pm. Were sorry, but in order to ensure an on-time start, race day registrations cannot be accepted after 5:45pm.
As this is an evening race (START TIME IS 6:00 P.M.), glow sticks will be provided and the use of headlamps or flashlights is recommended, and in the spirit of a Halloween-themed race, costumes are encouraged and prizes will be awarded to the 3 best costumes as determined by the judges. Post-race refreshments will include the usual plus hot dogs and apple cider.
A cotton-polyester blend long-sleeve t-shirt or sweatshirt is included in the entry fee. Shirt selections can be guaranteed only for those who register prior to October 10.
This chip-timed event is suitable for competitive runners as well as those who wish to enjoy the course at a more leisurely pace.
REGISTRATION
Through October 1, 2024: $30 (adults) and $20 (student 20 & under)
October 2 through Race Day: $35 (adults) and $25 (student 20 & under)
_Student and discounts will be applied automatically at check-out._
AWARDS
In addition to the Best Costume awards, 5K participants will be eligible for awards in the following categories: Top Overall Male & Female, Top Overall Male & Female Masters (40+) and Top 3 Male & Female in each Age Group: 13 & Under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70 & Over.
PACKET PICKUP AND RACE-DAY REGISTRATION
Packet pickup and race day registration will be available at Western Piedmont Community College On Friday, October 25, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. until 5:45pm. Were sorry, but in order to ensure an on-time start, race day registrations cannot be accepted after 5:45pm.
Races
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Goblin Gallop for Recovery 5K at WPCC
Incl. $3.50 Fee & Shirt Options - Choose One
Fri 25th October 2024
$38.50
As this is an evening race (start time is 6:00 p.m.), glow sticks will be provided and the use of headlamps or flashlights is recommended, and in the spirit of a Halloween-themed race, costumes are encouraged and prizes will be awarded to the 3 best costumes as determined by the judges. Post-race refreshments will include the usual plus hot dogs and apple cider.
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