
From the Organizer
Join us on Saturday, September 12 between 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm, as we gather for a special tailgate party to remember and honor Elijah on the 2nd anniversary of his passing. The afternoon will bring together the community for some BBQ & refreshments and kid-friendly activities.
This special event is free, but donations to the SUDC Foundation in Elijah's memory are greatly appreciated.
Please Sign Up above so we know you’ll be joining us.
The SUDC Foundation is the leading organization serving families and professionals worldwide whose mission is to raise awareness, fund research, and serve those affected by Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC). The SUDC Foundation provides all services at no cost to the people it serves.
Let's come together to raise awareness, fund research, and shine a light on sudden unexplained death in childhood (SUDC). Thank you for your support, and we look forward to spending a fun afternoon with you in honor of Elijah and in support of the SUDC Foundation.
Events
Weather
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
85°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Concord, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
106,518
as of 2023
Elevation
620 ft
Nearest Airport
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 24 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
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Days to train
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Elijah Eller Tailgate for SUDC Awareness
Sep 12, 2026