Heart of a Lion 5k
- Date
- November 14, 2026
- Location
- 101 W Main Ave, Taylorsville, NC
- Distance
- Heart of a Lion
From the Organizer
BIB PICKUP WILL BEGIN AT 8:00 am DAY OF RACE 11/14 AT COURTHOUSE PARK—-101 West Main Ave Taylorsville, NC 28681 *registrants that signed up in time for a tshirt will be given their shirt with race bib*
Join Millersville Christian Academy for our 2nd Annual Heart of a Lion 5K. This race is designed to be a fundraiser to help MCA build their school building and 100% of the proceeds will go directly to the building fund for this project. Our school has grown so much and for that we are so grateful, and we are so excited to see what the future holds for the MCA Lions. The race is being held in downtown Taylorsville, NC, with a start at Court House Park off of main street. Participants are invited to both run or walk the race. We look forward to seeing you there!
Stroller Friendly
No Dogs Allowed
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
61°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Taylorsville, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Taylorsville, NC
Elevation
1,040 ft
Nearest Airport
USA
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport · 45 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 50 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Heart of a Lion 5k?
- Heart of a Lion 5k is a running race held in Taylorsville, North Carolina on November 14, 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 Heart of a Lion 5k?
- Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Taylorsville, North Carolina at 101 W Main Ave, Taylorsville, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Heart of a Lion 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Heart of a Lion 5k
Nov 14, 2026