Novant Health Lake Norman 15K & 5K
- Date
- October 11, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · 15K
From the Organizer
We’ll see you up at the lake for the Novant Health Lake Norman 15k and 5k runs! These are some of our favorite courses in the Charlotte area. Choose from a fun, family-friendly 5k with just a few turns, or a 15k that stretches out across the fingers of the peninsula – it’s a beautiful thing. Either way, you’ll be glad you got up to run with us.
And yes, this is a Sunday event! Join in on the fun and the run, and post-race brews from our partners at Adams Beverage. We’ll see you then and there for the final events of the 2026 Run Charlotte season presented by Novant Health.
Guarantee your Recover Brands shirt by registering before 9/6/2026
Bag Check:
There is no bag check service for this event.
Event T-Shirts:
Register now to guarantee your shirt size! Every participant will receive a long-sleeve shirt while supplies last. Shirts are ordered based on the sizes indicated during online registration. NO SWITCHING SIZES – NO EXCEPTIONS! You may switch sizes AFTER the race if we have leftover shirts. Kids Kilometer shirts are 100% cotton.
Awards & Age Group Divisions:
Age group and overall winners will be recognized at the post-event awards ceremony, to be held approximately 30 minutes after the first finisher. Please note, we do not ship unclaimed awards.
Overall, Masters, 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+.
Refunds and Transfers:
Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
Dogs:
Hey, we love us some dogs, too. However, for the safety of everyone participating, dogs are not allowed on the course.
Strollers or Baby Joggers:
Bring ‘em! We appreciate you exposing the next generation of runners to the race day experience. All baby jogger pushers will start with everyone else. Please note, that there is no awards category for strollers or baby joggers.
Medical Emergencies and First Aid:
Medical services at the start/finish line are provided by our partners at Novant Health. Should you experience an on-course emergency, alert an event volunteer and call 9-1-1.
Water Stops and Porta-Potties:
Porta-Potties will also be available at the start/finish area.
Inclement Weather Policy:
Events will be held rain or shine unless Run Charlotte in conjunction with our public safety and medical partners determine that conditions are unsafe. Cancellation due to inclement weather will not constitute a refund or transfer. Consistent with USA Track & Field protocols, Run Charlotte reserves the right to alter, cancel, or eliminate any or all portions of this event.
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
76°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Concord, 18 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cornelius, NC
Population
32,009
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 18 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?
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Days to train
- Race
- Novant Health Lake Norman 15K & 5K
- Date
- October 11, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Novant Health Lake Norman 15K & 5K?
- Novant Health Lake Norman 15K & 5K is a running race held in Cornelius, North Carolina on October 11, 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 Novant Health Lake Norman 15K & 5K?
- Sunday, October 11, 2026 in Cornelius, North Carolina at 19812 N. Cove Road, Cornelius, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Novant Health Lake Norman 15K & 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Novant Health Lake Norman 15K & 5K
Oct 11, 2026