DDS Miles for Smiles 5K
DDS Miles for Smiles 5K is a running race on August 29, 2026 in Boone, NC, with an entry fee of $20.
- Date
- August 29, 2026 (1 day to go)
- Location
- 355 M.L.K. Jr. St, Boone, NC
- Price
- $20
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
CHECK IN STARTS AT 9:00 AM DAY OF RACE
This event aims to promote community health and wellness while raising awareness about the importance of oral health. We are proud to be partnering with High Country Community Health to increase awareness of oral cancer and its impact on our community. As part of this initiative, we are planning to provide oral cancer screenings during the event, helping to educate participants about early detection and prevention.
Proceeds from the 5K will help fund the pre-dental club at App State’s outreach efforts, including travel to free healthcare clinics such as RAM (Remote Area Medical) and MOM (Mission of Mercy) clinics. These clinics provide essential dental and health services to underserved populations and are often located several hours away, making travel funding essential for student volunteers.
Race Fee includes t-shirt and bib while supplies last!
Please note this race will not be timed professionally, but it will be timed by volunteers!
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Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 8/29
High
75°
Low
62°
Conditions
Partly sunny then chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
43%
Wind
1 to 7 mph
Host City
About Boone, NC
Population
19,534
as of 2023
City Elevation
3,265 ft
Nearest Airport
TRI
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport · 45 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 80 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.
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Aug 29, 2026