
From the Organizer
🎉 Share the Harvest – 5th Annual 5K Run/Walk 🎉
Hosted by Community Leadership Academy
Benefiting the Community Kitchen Program
Dear Participants, Donors, and Sponsors,
We are excited to announce that the "Share the Harvest 5th Annual 5K Run/Walk" is officially happening—and we’d love for you to be part of it!
📅 Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:30 AM
📍 Location: McAlpine Creek Park – 8711 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212
This year, we are proud to share that 117 individuals have already signed up for our Community Kitchen Program, a completely free culinary training initiative that equips underserved community members—immigrants, refugees, and those in need—with the skills and certification to launch successful careers in the food industry.
Your participation in this fun and meaningful 5K Run/Walk helps us raise critical funds to keep this 100% free program running strong!
🎽 BONUS! All registered runners will receive a FREE limited-edition 2026 Community Kitchen Program running T-shirt as a token of our appreciation.
The Community Leadership Academy is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and your support directly empowers lives, promotes job readiness, and creates lasting change.
Let’s run, walk, and Share the Harvest together!
Thank you for your continued support—we can’t wait to see you there!
Events
Weather
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
86°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Charlotte Douglas Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
886,283
as of 2023
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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Share the Harvest – 5th Annual 5K Run/Walk
Sep 5, 2026