Biltmore Forest 5k/10k
- Date
- July 25, 2026
- Distance
- 5k · 10K
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 26:
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
9 and Under; 10-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80-89; 90 and over.
10k
9 and Under; 10-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80-89; 90 and over.
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
86°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
43%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Asheville, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Asheville, NC
Population
94,369
as of 2023
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?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Biltmore Forest 5k/10k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Biltmore Forest 5k/10k
- Date
- July 25, 2026
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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.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
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 Biltmore Forest 5k/10k?
- Biltmore Forest 5k/10k is a running race held in Asheville, North Carolina on July 25, 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 Biltmore Forest 5k/10k?
- Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Asheville, North Carolina at 1345 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Biltmore Forest 5k/10k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Biltmore Forest 5k/10k
Jul 25, 2026