Woodfin 5K
- Date Sat 24th April 2027
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Asheville, North Carolina
- Price $27.87
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the 10th Annual Woodfin 5K, happening on Saturday, April 24, 2027, at 9:00 AM in the beautiful Asheville, Buncombe area! This exciting event not only promises a fun-filled race but also supports a great cause—educating the children at Woodfin Elementary School. Since its inception in 2014, the Read - Write - Run event has successfully raised over $80,000, benefiting classrooms from kindergarten through fourth grade.
Participants can register for the 5K run/walk with various pricing options leading up to race day. Children aged 11 and under can join the fun for free, making it a perfect family event! With awards for the top finishers in multiple age categories, everyone has a chance to shine. Whether you're running, walking, or volunteering, come be part of this vibrant community gathering and make a difference while enjoying the great outdoors! Don't forget to pick up your race packet before the event to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Participants can register for the 5K run/walk with various pricing options leading up to race day. Children aged 11 and under can join the fun for free, making it a perfect family event! With awards for the top finishers in multiple age categories, everyone has a chance to shine. Whether you're running, walking, or volunteering, come be part of this vibrant community gathering and make a difference while enjoying the great outdoors! Don't forget to pick up your race packet before the event to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
THE 10TH ANNUAL WOODFIN 5K IS SATURDAY, APRIL 24, 2027 AT 9:00 AM.
YOUR REGISTRATION AND DONATIONS WILL MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE FOR THE CHILDREN WE ARE EDUCATING AT OUR TERRIFIC NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL, WOODFIN ELEMENTARY. SINCE 2014, THE READ - WRITE - RUN EVENT HAS RAISED MORE THAN $80,000 TO SUPPORT CLASSROOMS FROM KINDERGARTEN THROUGH GRADE 4.
THE 5K RUN/WALK IS HOSTED BY THE WOODFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WITH SUPPORT AND COORDINATION FROM THE WOODFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTO, THE TOWN OF WOODFIN, YMCA OF WNC, NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH, REYNOLDS MOUNTAIN HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, AND MANY OTHER FINE COMMUNITY FRIENDS, SPONSORS, AND VOLUNTEERS.
SCHEDULE:
FRIDAY, APRIL 23
3:00PM-6:00PM - PACKET PICKUP @ WOODFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL [https://maps.app.goo.gl/tLYDLvFeLdh8hGuYA]
SATURDAY, APRIL 24
7:30AM-9:00AM - ONSITE PACKET PICKUP @ WOODFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL [https://maps.app.goo.gl/tLYDLvFeLdh8hGuYA]
9:00AM - 5K START TIME
REGISTRATION:
THRU JANUARY 28, 2027 - $25
JANUARY 29 - MARCH 30, 2027 - $28
MARCH 31 - APRIL 23, 2027 - $32
APRIL 24, 2027(RACE DAY) - $36
*Children 11 and under race for free, but must register online!
^ALL ENTRIES INCLUDE A CUSTOM RACE T-SHIRT BUT WE CANNOT GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT OR ONE IN YOUR SIZE IF YOU REGISTER AFTER APRIL 11!
AGE GROUPS:
TOP 3 MALE/FEMALE OVERALL
TOP MASTERS [40+] MALE/FEMALE (1ST, 2ND, & 3RD))
TOP 3 MALE/FEMALE IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
1-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14,15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-74, 75+
NOT RUNNING? VOLUNTEER!
If you can't or don't want to join the race as a runner this year, consider getting in on the action by being a volunteer. Sign up HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/NC/Asheville/WoodfinsReadwRiteRun5k]!
SPONSORSHIPS!
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE A CORPORATE SPONSOR OF THE RACE, PLEASE CONTACT US AT WOODFIN5K@GMAIL.COM. WE HAVE SEVERAL DIFFERENT LEVELS OF SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES AVAILABLE.
YOUR REGISTRATION AND DONATIONS WILL MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE FOR THE CHILDREN WE ARE EDUCATING AT OUR TERRIFIC NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL, WOODFIN ELEMENTARY. SINCE 2014, THE READ - WRITE - RUN EVENT HAS RAISED MORE THAN $80,000 TO SUPPORT CLASSROOMS FROM KINDERGARTEN THROUGH GRADE 4.
THE 5K RUN/WALK IS HOSTED BY THE WOODFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WITH SUPPORT AND COORDINATION FROM THE WOODFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTO, THE TOWN OF WOODFIN, YMCA OF WNC, NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH, REYNOLDS MOUNTAIN HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, AND MANY OTHER FINE COMMUNITY FRIENDS, SPONSORS, AND VOLUNTEERS.
SCHEDULE:
FRIDAY, APRIL 23
3:00PM-6:00PM - PACKET PICKUP @ WOODFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL [https://maps.app.goo.gl/tLYDLvFeLdh8hGuYA]
SATURDAY, APRIL 24
7:30AM-9:00AM - ONSITE PACKET PICKUP @ WOODFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL [https://maps.app.goo.gl/tLYDLvFeLdh8hGuYA]
9:00AM - 5K START TIME
REGISTRATION:
THRU JANUARY 28, 2027 - $25
JANUARY 29 - MARCH 30, 2027 - $28
MARCH 31 - APRIL 23, 2027 - $32
APRIL 24, 2027(RACE DAY) - $36
*Children 11 and under race for free, but must register online!
^ALL ENTRIES INCLUDE A CUSTOM RACE T-SHIRT BUT WE CANNOT GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT OR ONE IN YOUR SIZE IF YOU REGISTER AFTER APRIL 11!
AGE GROUPS:
TOP 3 MALE/FEMALE OVERALL
TOP MASTERS [40+] MALE/FEMALE (1ST, 2ND, & 3RD))
TOP 3 MALE/FEMALE IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
1-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14,15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-74, 75+
NOT RUNNING? VOLUNTEER!
If you can't or don't want to join the race as a runner this year, consider getting in on the action by being a volunteer. Sign up HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/NC/Asheville/WoodfinsReadwRiteRun5k]!
SPONSORSHIPS!
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE A CORPORATE SPONSOR OF THE RACE, PLEASE CONTACT US AT WOODFIN5K@GMAIL.COM. WE HAVE SEVERAL DIFFERENT LEVELS OF SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES AVAILABLE.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.87 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th April 2027 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.87
OPENS 30 NOV
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