Biltmore Kiwanis Classic 15k
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Biltmore Kiwanis Classic : event overview
The Biltmore Kiwanis Classic is a running event at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC. The 26th edition is scheduled for May 17, 2026. The races have taken place on the estate since 1997. The event benefits the Kiwanis Club of Asheville and serves as a fundraiser for the club. The race location is listed as Antler Hill Village, 207 Dairy Rd, Asheville, NC 28803.
Race format, course and logistics
Distances:
- 15k
- 5k
Both the 15k and the 5k start and finish at Antler Hill Village on the estate. The 5k stays on the Biltmore grounds but does not cross in front of the Biltmore House. Both courses are USATF certified. Registration opened September 1, 2025; registration closes the evening before the race or at sell out. Listed entry fees are $80 for the 15k and $60 for the 5k. Registration includes a finisher medal, t-shirt, collectible race bib, entry to the estate for race morning (until 1pm), five aid stations, and professional chip timing. Runners must leave the estate by 1pm unless they upgrade their ticket. Non-runner spectator admission is listed at $25; spectators age 10 and older must purchase a ticket. Annual pass holders have a different spectator price and may need an additional ticket for early access. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.