Run the Creek 5K & Family Fun Run
- Date Sat 7th March 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Charlotte, North Carolina
- Price $12.58 - $33.74
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fitness and fun at the 2026 Run the Creek 5K & Family Fun Run on Saturday, March 7th, in the beautiful Highland Creek neighborhood of Charlotte, Mecklenburg! This exciting event kicks off with the Family Fun Run at 8:30 am, followed by the 5K road race at 9:00 am. Perfect for participants of all ages and skill levels, this family-friendly initiative encourages everyone to lace up their sneakers and join in the excitement.
Not only will you enjoy a scenic and challenging course, but your participation will also support our local schools! All proceeds from the event will be evenly donated to six wonderful institutions: Highland Creek Elementary, Cox Mill Elementary School, Ridge Road Middle School, Harris Road Middle School, Mallard Creek High School, and Cox Mill High School. Don’t forget to register by February 15th to ensure you receive a shirt for the 5K! Come be a part of the community spirit and make a difference while having a blast!
Not only will you enjoy a scenic and challenging course, but your participation will also support our local schools! All proceeds from the event will be evenly donated to six wonderful institutions: Highland Creek Elementary, Cox Mill Elementary School, Ridge Road Middle School, Harris Road Middle School, Mallard Creek High School, and Cox Mill High School. Don’t forget to register by February 15th to ensure you receive a shirt for the 5K! Come be a part of the community spirit and make a difference while having a blast!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 2026 Run the Creek 5K and Family Fun Run! This exciting event offers a Family Fun Run starting at 8:30 am and a 5K road race starting at 9:00 am. Both events wind through the beautiful (and hilly!) Highland Creek neighborhood.
We believe in community, and this family-friendly initiative welcomes participants of all ages and paces, ensuring everyone can join in the fun!
Your participation supports our six local schools: Highland Creek Elementary, Cox Mill Elementary School, Ridge Road Middle School, Harris Road Middle School, Mallard Creek High School, and Cox Mill High School, as all proceeds will be donated evenly to each school.
Register by February 15th to be guaranteed a shirt (the Family Fun Run does not include a T-shirt)!
We believe in community, and this family-friendly initiative welcomes participants of all ages and paces, ensuring everyone can join in the fun!
Your participation supports our six local schools: Highland Creek Elementary, Cox Mill Elementary School, Ridge Road Middle School, Harris Road Middle School, Mallard Creek High School, and Cox Mill High School, as all proceeds will be donated evenly to each school.
Register by February 15th to be guaranteed a shirt (the Family Fun Run does not include a T-shirt)!
Races
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Family Fun Run
Incl. $2.58 Fee
Sat 7th March 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$12.58
OPENS 01 DEC -
Run the Creek 5K
Incl. $3.74 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th March 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$33.74
OPENS 01 DEC
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