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Fiddlin' 5k Run/Walk for the Arts

Date
May 8, 2027
Distance
Fiddlin' 5k
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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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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

75°

Typical Low

45°

Chance of Rain

42%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Marshall, 9 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:32 AMSunset 8:23 PMDaylight 13h 51m

Host City

About Mars Hill, NC

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

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Fiddlin' 5k Run/Walk for the Arts, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

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Days to train

Race
Fiddlin' 5k Run/Walk for the Arts
Date
May 8, 2027

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.

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.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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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 Fiddlin' 5k Run/Walk for the Arts?
Fiddlin' 5k Run/Walk for the Arts is a running race held in Mars Hill, North Carolina on May 8, 2027. 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 Fiddlin' 5k Run/Walk for the Arts?
Saturday, May 8, 2027 in Mars Hill, North Carolina at 248 Bailey street, Mars Hill, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Fiddlin' 5k Run/Walk for the Arts?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Fiddlin' 5k Run/Walk for the Arts

May 8, 2027

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