
From the Organizer
🌟 Join the Movement, Make a Difference! 🌟
The Albemarle Rotary Club proudly presents the 5th Annual Race to Remember 5K & 1-Mile Walk — an uplifting event dedicated to advancing Alzheimer’s research through Rotary’s nonprofit, C.A.R.T. (Coins for Alzheimer’s Research Trust) 💜🧠
🗓 Date: Saturday, June 13th, 2026
📍 Start 8:00 AM/ Finish: Field beside the YMCA Pavilion
👟 Scenic Route: Wind through beautiful historic downtown Albemarle and surrounding neighborhoods
🚗 Parking: Available near Y Park, Hartsell Funeral Home (522 N. Second St.), & the lot across from the pavilion
🏅 Awards: Top 3 in each age group (0-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+)
💯 Every step makes a difference!
Proceeds and all donations go directly to Alzheimer’s and dementia research—no overhead, just impact.
🧢 Race Shirt Reminder:
Register by 6/5 to get your shirt on race day!
Late registrations? No worries—your shirt will be available for pickup at The Independent Bistro or mailed for just $10.
Race Packet Pickup Friday June 12th from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at The Independent Bistro Restaurant, 251 W. Main Street, Albemarle, NC 28001 and on Race Morning starting at 7:00 AM.
👣 Whether you’re running for a loved one, chasing a PR, or walking in support — let’s race for a reason.
Because memories are worth fighting for! 💜🏃♂️🚶♀️
#RaceToRemember #EndAlz #RotaryCART #RunForACause #AlbemarleEvents #UwharrieDash
Events
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 6/13
High
96°
Low
70°
Conditions
Slight chance rain showers then chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
42%
Wind
2 mph
Host City
Population
16,527
as of 2023
Elevation
438 ft
Nearest Airport
USA
Concord-Padgett Regional Airport · 29 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 43 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
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Race to Remember - Alzheimer's Charity Race 5k/1 Mile Walk presented by Albemarle Rotary Club, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
5
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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Race to Remember - Alzheimer's Charity Race 5k/1 Mile Walk presented by Albemarle Rotary Club
Jun 13, 2026