Mountain Heritage Days 5K Walk/Run
- Date Sat 27th September 2025
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Cullowhee, North Carolina
- Price $22.20
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 15th Annual Mountain Heritage Days 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, September 27, 2025, in the scenic Cullowhee, Jackson! This family-friendly, chip-timed event welcomes both runners and walkers of all abilities, making it the perfect opportunity to enjoy a day of fitness in the stunning surroundings of Western Carolina University's campus. As participants race through iconic landmarks such as the beautiful 'Catafount' water fountain and Alumni Tower, they will experience a delightful mix of pavement and gravel paths.
Not only will you be supporting a great cause—the Sport Management Association Scholarship Fund—but you can also look forward to joining the vibrant Mountain Heritage Days festival right after the race. Enjoy live music, craft demonstrations, delicious food vendors, and a host of family-friendly activities, all free of charge! With awards for top finishers in various age categories and custom handcrafted prizes, this event promises to be a memorable day for everyone involved. Don’t miss out on this exciting celebration of community, culture, and fitness!
Not only will you be supporting a great cause—the Sport Management Association Scholarship Fund—but you can also look forward to joining the vibrant Mountain Heritage Days festival right after the race. Enjoy live music, craft demonstrations, delicious food vendors, and a host of family-friendly activities, all free of charge! With awards for top finishers in various age categories and custom handcrafted prizes, this event promises to be a memorable day for everyone involved. Don’t miss out on this exciting celebration of community, culture, and fitness!
Organiser's Description
Western Carolina University's Sport Management Association invites you to the 15TH ANNUAL MOUNTAIN HERITAGE DAYS 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 award winning Mountain Heritage Days 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 award winning Mountain Heritage Days 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 Days 5K
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 27th September 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$22.20
Runners 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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