Out of the Ashes 5k & Remembrance Walk
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 6850 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
- Price
- $40
From the Organizer
RACE-DAY DETAILS
October 17, 2026
East City Church, 6850 Monroe Rd., Charlotte, NC 28212
Race start: 5k at 5:00 p.m., 1 Mile Walk at 5:45pm
Closing ceremonies and Special Program: 6:30-8 p.m.
5K and 1 Mile Remembrance Walk entry fees:
Early Bird: $40 through August 7th
$45 through Oct 10th
$50 day before/day-of race
Kids under 10 can participate for free in the 1 mile Remembrance Walk, with no shirt.
Virtual race: $40
Become a Team Captain and lead a team in honor of a child or family.
When you register simply select "create a remembrance team" to start a team and become a captain. For more information or to answer your questions on becoming a team captain, please reach out to paige@outoftheashes5k.com.
Proceeds: Out of the Ashes Foundation
Our organization serves and supports couples and families who are grieving pregnancy loss and infertility.
- Creating and shipping care packs for newly-bereaved parents
- Growing the fund for our Medical Bill Relief Program, which covers medical bills associated with pregnancy & infant loss
- Facilitating faith-based support groups
- Hosting connection and community events
- Funding our new therapist-led Mentorship Program
- and implementing other new initiatives
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
73°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Charlotte Douglas Ap, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Charlotte, NC
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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Out of the Ashes 5k & Remembrance Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Out of the Ashes 5k & Remembrance Walk
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 6850 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Out of the Ashes 5k & Remembrance Walk?
- Out of the Ashes 5k & Remembrance Walk is a running race held in Charlotte, North Carolina on October 17, 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 Out of the Ashes 5k & Remembrance Walk?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina at 6850 Monroe Rd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Out of the Ashes 5k & Remembrance Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Out of the Ashes 5k & Remembrance Walk
Oct 17, 2026