Mountain Heritage Day 5K Walk/Run
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Cullowhee, North Carolina
- Price $22.20
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the 15th Annual Mountain Heritage Day 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in beautiful Cullowhee, Jackson! This family-friendly event invites both runners and walkers to participate in a chip-timed race that winds through the stunning campus of Western Carolina University. Participants will enjoy a scenic course that combines both pavement and gravel paths, making it perfect for everyone from beginners to seasoned athletes. As you race past iconic landmarks like the 'Catafount' water fountain and Alumni Tower, you’ll not only be staying active but also supporting a great cause—the Sport Management Association Scholarship Fund.
After crossing the finish line, take a leisurely stroll or shuttle ride to the 50th (+1) anniversary celebration of the award-winning Mountain Heritage Day festival. Immerse yourself in Southern Appalachian mountain culture with live music, engaging demonstrations, and a variety of food and craft vendors, all while enjoying family-friendly activities. Admission to the festival is free, ensuring a day of fun for everyone! Don't miss out on the chance to earn custom handcrafted awards, t-shirts for the first 100 registrants, and recognition for top finishers across various age categories. Mark your calendars for this exciting
After crossing the finish line, take a leisurely stroll or shuttle ride to the 50th (+1) anniversary celebration of the award-winning Mountain Heritage Day festival. Immerse yourself in Southern Appalachian mountain culture with live music, engaging demonstrations, and a variety of food and craft vendors, all while enjoying family-friendly activities. Admission to the festival is free, ensuring a day of fun for everyone! Don't miss out on the chance to earn custom handcrafted awards, t-shirts for the first 100 registrants, and recognition for top finishers across various age categories. Mark your calendars for this exciting
Organiser's Description
Western Carolina University's Sport Management Association invites you to the 15TH ANNUAL MOUNTAIN HERITAGE DAY 5K ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2025! This is a family-friendly chip-timed race for both runners and walkers. The course features a combination of pavement and gravel paths and is appropriate for both beginner and accomplished runners as well as leisure walkers. Participants will dash through WCU's campus past iconic landmarks, including the 'Catafount' water fountain and Alumni Tower. Come enjoy a fun way to stay active while experiencing Western Carolina University's beautiful campus! All proceeds from the 5k race support the Sport Management Association Scholarship Fund.
After completing the race take a short stroll or shuttle ride over to the 50th (+1) anniversary celebration of the award winning Mountain Heritage Day festival, celebrating Southern Appalachian mountain culture through live musical performances and demonstrations, food and craft vendors, and a variety of family-friendly activities. Admission to the festival is always free!
* Age categories for awards: 14 & under / 15-19 / 20-29 / 30-39 / 40-49 / 50-59 / 60-69 / 70 & up
* Chip timing provided by Right On Time Productions Inc.
* Custom handcrafted awards provided by Mud Dabbers Pottery & Crafts (Balsam, NC)
* Awards to the top overall male and female finisher and for the top 3 male and female finishers in each age category.
* Race T-shirt guaranteed to the first 100 registered participants
LIVE RESULTS
COMPLETE AGE GROUP RESULTS
After completing the race take a short stroll or shuttle ride over to the 50th (+1) anniversary celebration of the award winning Mountain Heritage Day festival, celebrating Southern Appalachian mountain culture through live musical performances and demonstrations, food and craft vendors, and a variety of family-friendly activities. Admission to the festival is always free!
* Age categories for awards: 14 & under / 15-19 / 20-29 / 30-39 / 40-49 / 50-59 / 60-69 / 70 & up
* Chip timing provided by Right On Time Productions Inc.
* Custom handcrafted awards provided by Mud Dabbers Pottery & Crafts (Balsam, NC)
* Awards to the top overall male and female finisher and for the top 3 male and female finishers in each age category.
* Race T-shirt guaranteed to the first 100 registered participants
LIVE RESULTS
COMPLETE AGE GROUP RESULTS
Races
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Mountain Heritage Day 5K
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 27th September 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 25 AUGRunners and Walkers Welcome! (Walkers must be able to finish the course in 1 hour) Pre-registered check-in 7AM to 8AM Walk up race day registration is available from 7AM to 8AM for $30.00 Awards age categories: 14 & under l 15-19 l 20-29 l 30-39 l 40-49 l 50-59 l 60 -69 l 70 & up -Custom handcrafted medals provided by Mud Dabbers Pottery & Crafts (Balsam, NC) -Chip Timing provided by Right On Time Productions -T-shirt guaranteed to the first 100 registered participants
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