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SUMMARY:Not A Sprint Ultra Races
DESCRIPTION:Cancer Active proudly presents the 5th Annual Not-A-Sprint Ultra Races\, an endurance event that welcomes all — from elite ultra runners chasing 50+ miles to walkers soaking in the spirit of community and purpose. Whether you’re pushing for a PR or pacing yourself through your first endurance challenge\, this event is Not-A-Sprint.\n  \nHeld on the scenic and flat Thermal Belt Rail Trail\, this 8.34-mile out-and-back paved course starts and finishes at the Pavilion on Park Square (POPS) in Forest City. Aid stations are well-stocked\, the course is low on elevation (only 95 ft over the entire loop!)\, and shade covers about 35% of the route to help with end of Summer heat.\n  \nTo learn more about Cancer Active or any of these events\, please visit www.becanceractive.org.\nWho Should Race?\nExperienced ultrarunners: Test your endurance with a shot at 50 miles or more. Complete 6 laps (50.1 miles) in 12 hours and earn a custom “Not-A-Sprint” belt buckle.\n  \nNew or recovering athletes: Walk\, jog\, or run your race — this course is flat\, shaded\, well-supported\, and welcoming. You choose the pace and the challenge.\n  \nRelay teams: Share the journey with friends. Each runner must complete at least one lap — you decide the rest.\nRace Date: Sunday\, September 6\n12 Hour – 6:00 AM; 6 Hour – 6:30 AM; 3 Hour – 7:00 AM\nRegistration \nRegistration is now open for all 3 distances and we would love to have you join us.
URL:https://gloryhoundevents.com/event/not-a-sprint-endurance-run/
LOCATION:Pavilion on Park Square\, 153 Park Square Circle\, Forest City\, NC\, 28043\, United States
CATEGORIES:MultiRace
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SUMMARY:Power of Pink 5K
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 19th running of the Power of Pink 5K.  We hope you will join us again in Frog Level in Waynesville for a fun morning of running\, walking and raising money for this important cause.  Since the event was created in 2012\, it has raised over $200\,000\, which as provided 1\,975 mammograms and follow up procedures to over 1\,000 men and women in Haywood County.\nPlease join us so we can help even more people.\n2026 Race Date: Saturday\, September 19 – 8:30 AM\nRegistration \nOnline registration opens on Friday\, May 1 and will close on Thursday\, September 17 at 9:00 EDT. We anticipate there will be walk-up registration on race morning but shirts may be limited.
URL:https://gloryhoundevents.com/event/power-of-pink-5k/
LOCATION:Frog Level In Downtown Waynesville\, NC\, Commerce St\, Waynesville\, 28786\, United States
CATEGORIES:5K
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SUMMARY:The Ascent at Mountain Air 5K
DESCRIPTION:Mountain Air and Glory Hound Events are excited to welcome everyone to the 10th anniversary of the Ascent on Mountain Air 5K on the evening of Saturday\, September 19\, 2026.  This 5K road race climbs 1\,800 feet\, from the community’s main gate near Burnsville to the private air strip on the top.  At 4\,600 feet elevation\, this is the most spectacular finish line in Western North Carolina.\n2026 Race Date: Saturday\, September 19 – 5:00 PM\nRegistration \nOnline registration will open Friday\, May 1 and close at 9:00 PM on Thursday\, September 17.  We will have walk-up registration on race day. \nBeneficiary \nAll proceeds from this year’s event benefit the Mountain Air Community Fund. \nLocation \nMountain Air is located off of Highway 19E in Burnsville just 45 minutes from Asheville and one hour from Johnson City. \n  \n  \n\n 
URL:https://gloryhoundevents.com/event/the-ascent-at-mountain-air-5k/
LOCATION:Mountain Air\, 65 Mountain Air Drive\, Burnsville\, NC\, 28714\, United States
CATEGORIES:5K
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SUMMARY:AVL Runway 5K
DESCRIPTION:Ready for one of the most unique races in Western North Carolina?\nThe AVL Runway 5K gives participants the rare opportunity to run directly on the airfield at Asheville Regional Airport. This one-of-a-kind course is fast\, flat and full of incredible views as the runners make their way along Taxiway Bravo beside the airport’s active runway and near AVL’s new air traffic control tower.\nWave to passengers as aircraft take off and land nearby while you experience the energy of the airport from an entirely new perspective.  Whether you are a seasoned runner\, aviation enthusiast\, or simply looking for an unforgettable race day\, the AVL Runway 5K is cleared for takeoff.\nProceeds from the race support aviation education initiatives and local nonprofit organizations\, helping inspire future aviators and strengthen our Western North Carolina community.\nSaturday\, October 3 – 10:00 AM\nRegistration: \nOnline registration will open on Monday\, June 1 and closes at 9:00 PM on Monday\, September 27 or when sold out. \nRace Cap: \nThe race is limited to 1\,000 participants \n Location + Parking: \nAll race-day activities will take place at the northwest corner of the airport.  Race parking is located in a designated area across from Corcoran River Park at 9 Pinner Road in Arden (use this address in your GPS).  Shuttles will take you and your supporters to and from the race/event venue.  Shuttles are the only way to access the event; walking from the parking area is not permitted. \nIMPORTANT: use Google Maps for directions; DO NOT use Apple Maps because it gives incorrect driving directions based on your starting point. You do NOT access the parking area via the airport campus. You will access Pinner Road from Glenn Bridge Road. \nNew for 2026: All runners and spectators will be required to go through a security screening prior to boarding a shuttle or accessing the race/event venue.  Look for a Security Screening tent in the parking area near the shuttle stop. Please keep personal items to a minimum; small or clear bags are recommended. AVL reserves the right to refuse admission for any bag\, parcel or other item.  Please leave yourself plenty of time for this added step. Prohibited items will not be permitted.
URL:https://gloryhoundevents.com/event/avl-runway-5k/
LOCATION:Asheville Regional Airport\, 9 PINNER ROAD\, ARDEN\, NC\, 28704\, United States
CATEGORIES:5K
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SUMMARY:Papertown Trail Races
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the second running of Papertown Trail Races at the amazing Chestnut Mountain Nature Park in Canton.  We are excited to come back to Canton to produce a trail running event that will not only be beautiful but challenging.\nRace Day – Saturday\, October 10\nLong Race-9:00 AM\, Short Race-9:30 AM\nRegistration \nRegistration will open on Thursday\, January 1\, 2026 and close on Thursday\, October 8 at 9:00 PM.
URL:https://gloryhoundevents.com/event/papertown-20k-10k/
LOCATION:Chestnut Mountain Nature Park\, 2153 Asheville Highway\, Canton\, NC\, 28716\, United States
CATEGORIES:20K,10K
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T080000
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SUMMARY:Geyser Growl Half Marathon\, Presented by Hillman Beer
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the fifth running of the Geyser Growl Half Marathon\, Presented by Hillman Beer.  This fun and scenic race during peak leaf season will take runners from the bucolic Town of Black Mountain to the revitalized Town of Old Fort\, passing the historic Andrews Geyser along the way.  We will finish at Hillman Beer Old Fort with hot soup and cold beer.  This race has grown rapidly\, fast becoming one of the most popular fall half marathons in the region.  Come join us!\nRace Date: Saturday\, October 17\, 2026 – 8:00 AM\nRegistration \nRegistration for the 2026 race will open on Thursday\, January 1 and will close on Thursday\, October 15 at 9:00 PM or whenever it sells out. \nRace Capacity:  \nThe race is limited to 500 participants
URL:https://gloryhoundevents.com/event/geyser-growl-half-marathon/
LOCATION:Lake Tomahawk Park\, 401 Laurel Circle Dr\, Black Mountain\, 28711\, United States
CATEGORIES:Half Marathon
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SUMMARY:Waynesville Sunrise Rotary Turkey Trot
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we celebrate the sixth Waynesville Sunrise Rotary Turkey Trot 5K on Thanksgiving Day\, November 26th.  We cannot think of a better way to start the Thanksgiving holiday than with a run with family and friends around beautiful Lake Junaluska. As we like to say\, “first the huffin’; then the stuffin’!”\nRACE DAY: THURSDAY\, NOVEMBER 26 – 9:00 AM START\nOnline registration will open on Wednesday\, July 8 and will close on Monday\, November 23 (or earlier if the event sells out). \nRace Capacity \nWe are excited to announce the race capacity has been increased to 800 participants this year but we still expect the race to sell out well before Thanksgiving. For this reason we encourage you to register as early as possible.
URL:https://gloryhoundevents.com/event/waynesville-sunrise-rotary-turkey-trot/
LOCATION:Lake Junaluska Conference & Retreat Center\, 91 North Lakeshore Drive\, Lake Junaluska\, NC\, 28745\, United States
CATEGORIES:5K
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SUMMARY:Land And Lakes Relay
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 5th Anniversary of the Land and Lakes Relay! We are excited to welcome back old friends and meet new teams and runners on this one-day relay! \nThe race will once start again at Warren Wilson College in East Asheville and finish at the amazing Fonta Flora Brewery-Whippoorwhill Farm in Nebo\, near Lake James.\n2027 RACE DAY – MARCH 6\, 2027!\nRegistration \nRegistration for the Land and Lakes Relay will open on Wednesday\, July 1. \nCaptains should first register their themselves and their team and team members can then register under the team name. \nRace Capacity \nIn order to provide the best possible experience\, the race will be capped at 50 teams.  Due to the increased popularity of this event\, we anticipate it selling out well before race day.
URL:https://gloryhoundevents.com/event/land-and-lakes-relay/
LOCATION:Warren Wilson College-Devries Gymnasium\, 104 Northwest Lane\, Swannanoa\, NC\, 28778\, United States
CATEGORIES:MultiRace
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