Stride for Pride 5K & Relay
- Date Sat 9th August 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Charlotte, North Carolina
- Price $39.03 - $76.06
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your sneakers for the Stride for Pride 5K & Relay on Saturday, August 9, 2025, in vibrant Charlotte, Mecklenburg! This spirited event not only celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community but also emphasizes health, wellness, and inclusivity. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering on loved ones, join us for an unforgettable day filled with joy and pride as we kick off the festivities leading into Charlotte Pride.
The Stride for Pride features both a 5K and a relay race, welcoming participants of all fitness levels. After crossing the finish line, don’t miss the exciting Post-Race Celebration, complete with live music, vendor booths, and community activities. Bring a picnic lunch and soak in the camaraderie—this is a day to celebrate together! Plus, contribute to our clothing drive by donating running gear to support fellow athletes in need. Mark your calendars and prepare for a celebration of inclusivity and community spirit like no other!
The Stride for Pride features both a 5K and a relay race, welcoming participants of all fitness levels. After crossing the finish line, don’t miss the exciting Post-Race Celebration, complete with live music, vendor booths, and community activities. Bring a picnic lunch and soak in the camaraderie—this is a day to celebrate together! Plus, contribute to our clothing drive by donating running gear to support fellow athletes in need. Mark your calendars and prepare for a celebration of inclusivity and community spirit like no other!
Organiser's Description
Join us on Saturday, August 9, 2025, for the Stride for Pride 5K & Relay, a celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community, health, wellness and inclusivity! This event serves as an unofficial kickoff to Charlotte Pride, taking place the weekend before, and is open to participants of all fitness levels. Whether youre running, walking or cheering on your friends and family, well celebrate together with pride. We will have queer owned businesses and vendors, music and more!
Our Goal:
To celebrate inclusivity, empower the LGBTQIA+ community, and promote health and wellness. This event is not only about running but about creating visibility and creating spaces where everyone can feel safe, supported and celebrated. Let's come together and amplify the conversation around inclusivity, pride and community.
NO RELAY TEAMS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER AUGUST 1ST, SO SIGN UP EARLY!
POST-RACE CELEBRATION
After the race, join us for a Post-Race Celebration! Well have music, vendor booths, community activities, and a chance to mingle with fellow runners. We encourage participants to pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the day with friends and family.
CLOTHING DRIVE:
From 8-10am race day we will have a booth set up to collect running clothing & gear donations that will be distributed to runners who need it at our open shop day on September 25th (more info will be shared on our Instagram @harebandits [https://www.instagram.com/harebandits/] in collaboration with @clt.running_realtor.wes [https://www.instagram.com/clt.running_realtor.wes/?hl=en]
Donation Guidelines:
Emphasis on FALL/WINTER running clothes to get ready for the upcoming season change.
*no race shirts (branded from races)
*shoes need to be new or less than 20 miles of use (must look new!)
*running sunglasses, vests, fuel belts, watches & other accessories are great! (nothing race branded)
*clothes must be current styles, like new or gently used
Vendors:
_Coming July 1st
_PERFORMANCES/MUSIC:_
_- Bloom Movement Artistry
More coming...
AWARDS & PRIZES
Finisher Medals for all 5K Relay and 5K participants!
Top 3 Male, Female, and Non-Binary finishers in the 5K will receive awards in the following age divisions:
Overall, 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
Top 3 Male, Female, and Open Gender teams in the 5K Relay will receive awards.
Relay Divisions: Overall Top 3
Additional surprise awards that having nothing to do with how fast you run!
Registration Policies
Event is rain or shine!
There are NO refunds for this race if you did not purchase the Race Insurance.
Race Management reserves the right to cancel or modify the event due to unfavorable conditions
Registration fees are not refundable in the event of cancellation due to extreme weather conditions or other unsafe conditions.
SPONSORS:
Partner with us and help make this event impactful. Contact us to become a sponsor and join us in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For any event-related inquiries or assistance, please contact:
Name: Kaylen Hagadorn, Race Director
Email: [email protected] ATTN: Kaylen
Our Goal:
To celebrate inclusivity, empower the LGBTQIA+ community, and promote health and wellness. This event is not only about running but about creating visibility and creating spaces where everyone can feel safe, supported and celebrated. Let's come together and amplify the conversation around inclusivity, pride and community.
NO RELAY TEAMS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER AUGUST 1ST, SO SIGN UP EARLY!
POST-RACE CELEBRATION
After the race, join us for a Post-Race Celebration! Well have music, vendor booths, community activities, and a chance to mingle with fellow runners. We encourage participants to pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the day with friends and family.
CLOTHING DRIVE:
From 8-10am race day we will have a booth set up to collect running clothing & gear donations that will be distributed to runners who need it at our open shop day on September 25th (more info will be shared on our Instagram @harebandits [https://www.instagram.com/harebandits/] in collaboration with @clt.running_realtor.wes [https://www.instagram.com/clt.running_realtor.wes/?hl=en]
Donation Guidelines:
Emphasis on FALL/WINTER running clothes to get ready for the upcoming season change.
*no race shirts (branded from races)
*shoes need to be new or less than 20 miles of use (must look new!)
*running sunglasses, vests, fuel belts, watches & other accessories are great! (nothing race branded)
*clothes must be current styles, like new or gently used
Vendors:
_Coming July 1st
_PERFORMANCES/MUSIC:_
_- Bloom Movement Artistry
More coming...
AWARDS & PRIZES
Finisher Medals for all 5K Relay and 5K participants!
Top 3 Male, Female, and Non-Binary finishers in the 5K will receive awards in the following age divisions:
Overall, 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
Top 3 Male, Female, and Open Gender teams in the 5K Relay will receive awards.
Relay Divisions: Overall Top 3
Additional surprise awards that having nothing to do with how fast you run!
Registration Policies
Event is rain or shine!
There are NO refunds for this race if you did not purchase the Race Insurance.
Race Management reserves the right to cancel or modify the event due to unfavorable conditions
Registration fees are not refundable in the event of cancellation due to extreme weather conditions or other unsafe conditions.
SPONSORS:
Partner with us and help make this event impactful. Contact us to become a sponsor and join us in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For any event-related inquiries or assistance, please contact:
Name: Kaylen Hagadorn, Race Director
Email: [email protected] ATTN: Kaylen
Races
-
5K Individual
Incl. $4.03 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th August 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$39.03
-
5K Relay
Incl. $6.06 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th August 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$76.06
First person pays for everyone on your team - they set the team name & password. When the next members register it will be free - they just have to join their designated team during registration.
Stride for Pride 5K & Relay
