Goblin Gallop for Recovery 5k at WPCC

From Stephen Schoeberle

Friday, October 25, 2024 Past event

6:00 PM EDT

Morganton, North Carolina

$38.50 · 1 race

5km

Event summary

Get ready for a fantastic evening of fun and fitness at the Goblin Gallop for Recovery 5K, taking place on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the beautiful Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) in Morganton, Burke County. Organized by Stephen Schoeberle in support of Burke Recovery, this event invites runners and walkers of all levels to enjoy a scenic 5K course that winds through lush campuses and stunning fall colors, all set against the picturesque backdrop of the South Mountains.

Join us for this enchanting Halloween-themed race that kicks off at 6:00 PM! Participants are encouraged to wear costumes, with exciting prizes for the top three best outfits. Each runner will receive a cotton-polyester blend long-sleeve t-shirt or sweatshirt, and enjoy post-race refreshments including hot dogs and apple cider. With competitive chip-timing for serious runners and a welcoming atmosphere for leisurely participants, the Goblin Gallop promises to be a memorable experience for all. Don’t miss out—register by October 10 to guarantee your shirt and get ready to run for a great cause!

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Goblin Gallop for Recovery 5k at WPCC

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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.

6:00 PM EDT

$38.50

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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.