
Melted Snowman 5K is a running race on July 25, 2026 in Charlotte, NC, with an entry fee of $40.
From the Organizer
5K trail race on the Larry McAfee XC course at McAlpine Park. Prizes to the overall winners and age group winners. We will also have a prize for the "team" with the most participants.
Events
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 7/25
High
82°
Low
68°
Conditions
Rain showers likely then chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
59%
Wind
1 to 5 mph
Host City
Population
886,283
as of 2023
City Elevation
651 ft
Nearest Airport
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
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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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Melted Snowman 5K
Jul 25, 2026