Run the Creek 5K & Family Fun Run
- Date
- February 27, 2027
- Distance
- Family Fun Run · Run the Creek 5K
From the Organizer
Join us for the 2027 Run the Creek 5K and Family Fun Run on Saturday, February 27!
This exciting event offers a Family Fun Run starting at 8:30 am and a 5K road race starting at 9:00 am. Both events wind through the beautiful (and hilly!) Highland Creek neighborhood.
We believe in community, and this family-friendly initiative welcomes participants of all ages and paces, ensuring everyone can join in the fun!
Your participation supports Highland Creek's six public schools: Highland Creek Elementary School, Cox Mill Elementary School, Ridge Road Middle School, Harris Road Middle School, Mallard Creek High School, and Cox Mill High School.
Register by February 8 to be guaranteed a t-shirt for the 5K!
(Please note: the Family Fun Run does not include a t-shirt)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run the Creek 5K & Family Fun Run?
- Run the Creek 5K & Family Fun Run is a running race held in Charlotte, NC on February 27, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Run the Creek 5K & Family Fun Run?
- Saturday, February 27, 2027 in Charlotte, NC at Highland Creek Elementary School, Charlotte, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run the Creek 5K & Family Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run the Creek 5K & Family Fun Run
Feb 27, 2027