Biltmore Forest 5k/10k
Biltmore Forest 5k/10k is a running race on July 25, 2026 in Asheville, NC, with entry fees from $50 to $70.
- Date
- July 25, 2026 (2 days to go)
- Price
- $50–$70
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for an unforgettable summer 5k or 10k race, winding through the picturesque rolling hills of the historic Biltmore Forest neighborhood. Celebrating our 4th year for this event.
These scenic Biltmore Forest races promise a memorable experience, all while supporting a great cause—the Kiwanis Club of Asheville. Learn more about the impactful work done by the Kiwanis Club here.
Register for both the Biltmore Forest 5k or 10k AND the Biltmore Kiwanis Classic 5k or 15k and save 10% on registration. Register Here for the Kiwanis Running Series.
Friday July 24:
Early Packet Pick Up at Mountain Running Company, 4 Tunnel Rd S, Asheville 4:30-6pm
Online Registration closes 12pm Friday. No onsite registration, No race day registration.
Saturday July 25:
Event location: Carolina Day School, 1345 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC 28803
6:30 am – Packet Pick Up opens
7:30 am – 10k Race Start
7:40 am – 5k Race Start
8:45 am – Awards Begin (tentative)
Awards
Top Awards for 5k/10k
Gift Certificates from Mountain Running Company will be awards to the following as well.
$30 1st place male/female
$25 2nd place male/female
$20 3rd place male/female
Age Group Awards
A special commemorative prize will be awarded to the top three in the following categories.
5k
12 and Under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80-89; 90 and over.
10k
19 and Under; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80- over.
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 7/25
High
79°
Low
64°
Conditions
Showers and thunderstorms likely
Chance of Rain
72%
Wind
2 mph
Host City
About Asheville, NC
Population
94,369
as of 2023
City Elevation
2,217 ft
Nearest Airport
AVL
Asheville Regional Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 83 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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2
Days to train
- Race
- Biltmore Forest 5k/10k
- Date
- July 25, 2026
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Biltmore Forest 5k/10k
Jul 25, 2026