We are pleased to announce the inaugural Special Olympics Run for the Gold. This 5k run is being held at beautiful Rankin Lake Park in scenic Gastonia, North Carolina. The paved, relatively flat course is perfect for those seeking a personal best time, or the beginner looking to finish their first time race. Registration guarantees a tee shirt, bib timing for runners, and finisher medals for all. Mark your calendar for the last Saturday in August, lace up those shoes, and join us for a great cause with all the proceeds going to Special Olympics Gaston County.
RACE SHIRTS AND MEDALS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 10/31
(Will have to complete course by 930)
Nov 07, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$30.00
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Learn more about the host city, Gastonia.
Gastonia is a small city in the Piedmont of North Carolina, about 20 mi (32 km) west of the major United States city of Charlotte. In 2016, Gastonia had a population of 75,535, making it the third largest city of the Charlotte Metro.
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