Runway 5k

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***