LET’S GET MOVING EVENT & 5K (4th Annual)
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- 1 Mile Buddy Run/Walk · 5K · Decathlon Activity Adventure course for non-runners & more
From the Organizer
Come join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Harris Road Middle School in Concord, NC for this great inclusive event for people of ALL ABILITIES! Let’s Get Moving for a great event and get all bodies in motion. Proceeds support the work of KennedyStrong Foundation. Event is RAIN or SHINE
Register by Friday, September 4th to be guaranteed a shirt. All supplies after this date are first come first serve.
Race Day Packet Pickup opens at 8:00am
Join us from 8a.m. to noon. There will be a DJ and activities for all.
- 8:00 a.m. - event site opens
- 9:00 a.m. - Buddy Run starts
- 9:30 a.m. - 5K starts
- 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. - Decathlon Activity Adventure course open as an alternative to the run/walk events
- Virtual 5K for those who cannot attend in person but want to participate where they are
There will be 5k awards given to overall top 3 male and female and to the top three male and female finishers in each age group: 10 & under, 11-15, 15-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61 -70, and 71 and up. Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in the Decathlon. Awards will be given to the top three male and female Fun Run finishers.
5k runners and registered Buddy Run and Decathlon participants will receive finisher medals!
5k runners and registered Buddy Run and Decathlon participants will receive a bag, shirt, and giveaway items.
Virtual Runners will not be eligible for awards.
Packet Pick Up: Thursday, September 17th at the West Cabarrus YMCA in Afton Village from 6pm to 8pm. See Packet Pick Up section below.
Parking: This is a 'shuttle to destination' event. Those with special needs can receive a parking pass at packet pickup.
About KennedyStrong Foundation
KennedyStrong Foundation is unlocking potential and empowering lives. We are driven to create a more inclusive community and workplace by providing these programs, services, and initiatives:
- Let’s Go To Work
Courses for individuals with disabilities to gain job skills, independence, and confidence - Let’s Build Skills
Opportunities for inclusive fun and engagement among people of all abilities aged 18+ - Let’s Get Inclusive
Training for businesses/governments to provide a more inclusive workplace and community - Let’s Build Community: Independence Village
Plans for a mixed-use, inclusive community for people of all abilities to live, work, learn, and play - Let’s Get Moving 5K (and bodies-in-motion event)
Inclusive fundraising event for participants of all abilities: 5K, Buddy Run, Activity Adventure course
Your participation creates pathways to inclusion, independence, and joy. Make an impact today!
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
83°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Concord, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Concord, NC
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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at LET’S GET MOVING EVENT & 5K (4th Annual), put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
103
Days to train
- Race
- LET’S GET MOVING EVENT & 5K (4th Annual)
- Date
- September 19, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the LET’S GET MOVING EVENT & 5K (4th Annual)?
- LET’S GET MOVING EVENT & 5K (4th Annual) is a running race held in Concord, North Carolina on September 19, 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 LET’S GET MOVING EVENT & 5K (4th Annual)?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Concord, North Carolina at 1251 Patriots Pride Blvd, Concord, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the LET’S GET MOVING EVENT & 5K (4th Annual)?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
LET’S GET MOVING EVENT & 5K (4th Annual)
Sep 19, 2026