14th Annual Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop
- Date
- October 27, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Youth · 5k Adult · 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Youth & more
From the Organizer
Proceeds for Iredell County Special Olympics
First 10 participants receive a Free pair of Feetures Socks
Race is on Greenway
Costume is optional Stroller Friendly / No Dogs Allowed
Awards for overall, masters & 5 year age groups nightly.
This race will be part of the 2026 Championship Series. Run in 10 races throughout the year
and accumulate points.
To be eligible for Series Championship you must compete in 10 out of 15 races.
1 additional point will be earned for each race over 10
Run in All 15 races and receive 5 additional points and a Free Race for 2027.
Race Dates: 1/27/2026, 2/21/2026, 2/24/2026, 3/17/2026, 4/4/2026, 4/7/2026, 4/21/2026, 5/5/2026, 6/2/2026, 7/21/2026, 8/4/2026, 8/18/2026, 9/1/2026, 10/6/2026 & 10/27/2026
Points will be earned as follows:
Overall 1st 12 Points, Overall 2nd 10 Points, Overall 3rd 9 Points, Masters 1st 8 Points, Masters 2nd 7 Points
Masters 3rd 6 Points, Age Group 1st 5 Points, Age Group 2nd 4 Points, Age Group 3rd 3 Points
All other Participants 2 Points
Prize money for top 5 male and female Championship Winners
1) $60.00 2) $50.00 3) $40.00 4) $30.00 5) $20.00
NO DOGS ALLOWED
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
67°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Statesville 2 Nne, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Statesville, NC
Elevation
869 ft
Nearest Airport
USA
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport · 31 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 42 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 14th Annual Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
141
Days to train
- Race
- 14th Annual Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop
- Date
- October 27, 2026
Coming Up
More Running races near Statesville, NC
MRT 2026 2 Mile
Less than a mile away
MRT 2026 1 Mile
Less than a mile away
MRT 2026 1/2Mile - 1Mile - 1/2Mile
Less than a mile away
Lions Roar 5k
5K
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 14th Annual Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop?
- 14th Annual Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop is a running race held in Statesville, North Carolina on October 27, 2026. 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 14th Annual Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop?
- Tuesday, October 27, 2026 in Statesville, North Carolina at 1875 Simonton Rd., Statesville, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 14th Annual Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
14th Annual Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop
Oct 27, 2026