
Fiddlin' 5k Run/Walk for the Arts is a running race on May 8, 2027 in Mars Hill, NC, with an entry fee of $35.
From the Organizer
Enjoy the fine tunes of local musicians as you run or walk on our beautiful 5k route in Mars Hill, North Carolina. Just north of Asheville, the Fiddlin' 5k is a local favorite and it's easy to understand why.
The course starts and finishes on the beautiful Otis Duck Greenway where participants will be treated to wholesome snacks and spectacular mountain and rural views.
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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
75°
Typical Low
45°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Marshall, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
2,315 ft
Nearest Airport
AVL
Asheville Regional Airport · 29 mi
Major Hub
TYS
McGhee Tyson Airport · 82 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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From Endurance Grid
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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.
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From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Mars Hill than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Fiddlin' 5k Run/Walk for the Arts
May 8, 2027