Little Gherkin 5K
- Date Sat 11th July 2026
- Time 5:00PM EDT
- Location Burlington, North Carolina
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fun-filled day of fitness and community at the Little Gherkin 5K on Saturday, July 11, 2026, in Burlington, Alamance! This exciting event takes place at the Burlington Athletic Stadium, home of the Sockpuppets, and kicks off at 5 PM. Join fellow runners and enthusiasts as you take part in this lively race, which serves as the perfect prelude to The Pickle in Greensboro a week later. Complete both events to earn the title of "A Big Dill!"
But that’s not all! After the race, stick around for a fantastic evening featuring baseball games, live music starting at 6 PM, and plenty of vendors. Enjoy delicious food and drinks available for purchase on-site while supporting a great cause—proceeds from the Little Gherkin 5K will benefit the GOFAR Laceup program, providing shoes and socks for kids in need. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to run, relax, and give back to the community!
But that’s not all! After the race, stick around for a fantastic evening featuring baseball games, live music starting at 6 PM, and plenty of vendors. Enjoy delicious food and drinks available for purchase on-site while supporting a great cause—proceeds from the Little Gherkin 5K will benefit the GOFAR Laceup program, providing shoes and socks for kids in need. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to run, relax, and give back to the community!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the second running of The Little Gherkin in Burlington, NC. The Lil' G is the lead up to The Pickle in Greensboro, NC on July 18. If you complete both, you are A Big Dill! This year's Lil' G will take place at the Burlington Athletic Stadium (home of the Sockpuppets) on July 11 at 5pm. All proceeds from this event support the GOFAR Laceup program. This program provides shoes and socks for kids participating in the GOFAR program at their school.
There will be baseball games throughout the day, vendors and live music beginning at 6PM for runners to enjoy after their fun. There will also be food and drinks available for purchase on-site.
There will be baseball games throughout the day, vendors and live music beginning at 6PM for runners to enjoy after their fun. There will also be food and drinks available for purchase on-site.
Races
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Little Gherkin 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th July 2026 (5:00PM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSEDPacket Pick up at Fleet Feet Burlington on July 10 from 12-6pm Packet Pick up at Event Location on July 11 from 4-4:45pm
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1450 Graham St, Burlington, 27217, NC, United States
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