LLCA Raptor 5K
LLCA Raptor 5K is a running race on October 10, 2026 in Lake Lure, NC, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- October 10, 2026 (77 days to go)
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Oct. 10, 2026 @ 8:30 a.m. the 5K kicks off.
Lake Lure Classical Academy
1058 Island Creek Rd., Lake Lure, NC 28746
Race starts in the rear of the school, behind the Raptor Center (gym).
Purpose: To run, have fun and raise funds for LLCA Athletics and recreation equipment.
Register by Sep 19th by 11:59 p.m. to guarantee a T-Shirt.
Registration:
- Student rate for 18 and under is $15.
- Now through August 15 is $25.
- August 16th through September 19th is $30.
- September 20 until race day is $30
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
74°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lake Lure 2, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lake Lure, NC
Population
1,488
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,261 ft
Nearest Airport
AVL
Asheville Regional Airport · 21 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 71 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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LLCA Raptor 5K
Oct 10, 2026