Special Olympics Gaston County Superhero 5K
- Date
- November 7, 2026
- Location
- Rankin Lake Park, Gastonia, NC
- Distance
- Special Olympics Run for the Gold 5K
From the Organizer
Calling All Superheroes!!!
Grab your cape, lace up your running shoes, and join us for the 2nd Annual Run Special Olympics Gaston County Superhero 5k on November 7,2026 at 8am at Rankin Lake in Gastonia, NC.
Come dress as your favorite superhero and help us celebrate inclusion, community, and the incredible athletes of Special Olympics Gaston County. Whether you run, walk, roll or cheer from the sidelines, you'll be making a powerful difference right here in our local community.
Packet pickup: 11/6/26 from 4-7
First United Methodist Church of Gastonia
190 E Franklin Blvd
Gastonia, NC 28052
Top Female/Male Age divisions: 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-up
Rain or shine
RACE SHIRTS AND MEDALS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 10/15/2026
(Will have to complete course by 930)
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
67°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Gastonia, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Gastonia, NC
Population
81,632
as of 2023
Elevation
806 ft
Nearest Airport
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 13 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.
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Days to train
- Race
- Special Olympics Gaston County Superhero 5K
- Date
- November 7, 2026
- Location
- Rankin Lake Park, Gastonia, NC
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Special Olympics Gaston County Superhero 5K?
- Special Olympics Gaston County Superhero 5K is a running race held in Gastonia, North Carolina on November 7, 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 Special Olympics Gaston County Superhero 5K?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Gastonia, North Carolina at Rankin Lake Park, Gastonia, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Special Olympics Gaston County Superhero 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Special Olympics Gaston County Superhero 5K
Nov 7, 2026