Runway 5k

Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT

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From the organizer

Join us September 12th 2026 for the Runway 5k supporting the Gaston County Sheriff’s Office Explorer Program.

Race day sign up offered between 6 am - 7 am

Start Time 7:30 am Sharp (1 hour max to complete the course, due to Runway closure per FAA)

Gastonia Municipal Airport : 1030 Gaston Day School, Gastonia, NC 28056

Price $30 with Shirt, $25 without shirt ( select the no shirt option during check out to save $5.00!

Everyone receives a Finisher medal at the finish line.

Overall 1 place finisher (M&F).

Age group award for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place age groups (M&F): 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Course is a USTF certified 5k starting and finishing on the Runway

Water and snacks provided at the finish

Packet Pick-up Friday September 11th, 2026 from 7am – 6pm @ Gastonia Municipal Airport : 1030 Gaston Day School, Gastonia, NC 28056

***RACE SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER AUG 15TH, 2026***

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