
We ❤️ Teachers 5K - Charlotte is a running race on March 13, 2027 in Charlotte, NC, with entry fees from $20 to $30.
Same Movement. Special Charlotte Date.
Charlotte is an official We ❤️ Teachers 5K Worldwide city. Our Charlotte in-person celebration will take place on March 13, 2027, carrying the spirit and mission of the National Day to Move for Education forward into spring.
Educators & the community coming together to run, laugh, dance & appreciate good health. You don't have to run -you can walk, you can watch, you can cheer, you can sponsor and you can volunteer! However you decide to participate, you're going to have fun! For the past 14 years, we have worked with teachers to improve their health and wellness.
Registration is available on race morning via QR code. Credit card or Debit card only. No cash or checks.
The race will be held in beautiful McAlpine Park in Charlotte. If you can't make it, but still want to support the cause, sign up for the Virtual Race.
All 5K participants receive T-shirts & Finisher Medals. T-shirts will be handed out after the race.
Race will be chip timed.
Award Categories: Overall Male and Female. Top 3 Male and Female - 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
New Awards for this year:
There will be music, food and prizes. Form a team and COMPETE!
It is a great event that just needs YOU to make it special.
Race Day Schedule
8:00-8:55 Registration/Packet Pickup
8:45 Opening Ceremony & Warm up
9:00 Race Start
9:45 Award Ceremony
9:00 -12:00 Race Celebration
Register in advance of race day. Now would actually be fantastic.
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
63°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Monroe Ap, 12 mi from the venue.
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.
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at We ❤️ Teachers 5K - Charlotte, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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We ❤️ Teachers 5K - Charlotte
Mar 13, 2027