Stride for Pride 5K & Relay
Stride for Pride 5K & Relay is a running race on March 6, 2027 in Charlotte, NC, with entry fees from $25 to $50.
- Date
- March 6, 2027 (240 days to go)
- Price
- $25–$50
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us on Saturday, March 6th, 2027, for the Stride for Pride 5K & Relay, a celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community, health, wellness and inclusivity! It is open to participants of all fitness levels--awards to all levels! Whether you’re running, walking or cheering on your friends and family, we’ll celebrate together with pride. We will have queer owned businesses and vendors, music and more!
Our Goal:
To celebrate inclusivity, empower the LGBTQIA+ community, and promote health and wellness. This event is not only about running but about creating visibility and creating spaces where everyone can feel safe, supported and celebrated. Let's come together and amplify the conversation around inclusivity, pride and community.
Post-Race Celebration
After the race, join us for a Post-Race Celebration! We’ll have music, vendor booths, drag, aerial silks, live music, and a chance to mingle with fellow runners. We encourage participants to pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the day with friends and family.
Vendors:
If you would like to be a vendor at our event please reach out to info@harebandits.org and share a little bit about what you do and what you'd like to have at the event! (open to local business owners, queer biz owners, nonprofits, artists, and more)
Performances/Music/Art:
If you would like to be a performer at our event please reach out to info@harebandits.org and share a little bit about what you do (open to dancers, artists, musicians, djs, drag queens, and more)
Photography:
Stay tuned!
Awards & Prizes
Finisher Medals for all 5K Relay and 5K participants!
Top 3 Male, Female, and Non-Binary finishers in the 5K will receive awards in the following age divisions:
Overall, 1-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+
Top 3 Male, Female, and Open Gender teams in the 5K Relay will receive awards.
Relay Divisions: Overall Top 3
Additional surprise awards that having nothing to do with how fast you run!
Registration Policies
Event is rain or shine!
There are NO refunds for this race if you did not purchase the Race Insurance.
Race Management reserves the right to cancel or modify the event due to unfavorable conditions
Registration fees are not refundable in the event of cancellation due to extreme weather conditions or other unsafe conditions.
Visit our FAQ, Packet Pickup, Course, & About Hare Bandits, pages below for everything else you need to know!
Sponsors:
Partner with us and help make this event impactful. Contact us at info@harebandits.org to become a sponsor and join us in supporting the LGBTQIA+ community and inclusive racing!
Contact Information
For any event-related inquiries or assistance, please contact:
Name: Hannah Baxter, Race Director
Email: info@harebandits.org ATTN: Hannah
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
61°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Charlotte Douglas Ap, 7 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
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Stride for Pride 5K & Relay, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
240
Days to train
- Race
- Stride for Pride 5K & Relay
- Date
- March 6, 2027
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Charlotte than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Stride for Pride 5K & Relay
Mar 6, 2027