Communication Counts 5k

MAR
28
2026
A community 5k in Charlotte on March 28, 2026, offering a timed 5k, an untimed fun run, a kids dash and a virtual 5k. Proceeds support local speech and hearing services and several awards are given to finishers and teams.
Sat 28 Mar 2026
5 kilometers

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Communication Counts 5k

The Communication Counts 5k is the 7th annual event organized by Charlotte Speech and Hearing Center on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at McAlpine Creek Park in Charlotte, NC. The event takes place at 8711 Monroe Rd., Charlotte 28212.

Event options include a timed 5k, an untimed fun run that follows the same 5k course, a Kids Dash, and a Virtual 5k. Proceeds support speech-language and hearing services that provide access to care for people in the local community.

Timed 5k participants receive a timing bib for official results, a race t-shirt, and a finisher medal. Fun Run participants complete the same 5k course but are not timed; they are eligible to receive a t-shirt and a finisher medal while supplies last. Kids Dash participants and Virtual 5k registrants receive a race t-shirt.

Prizes and recognitions will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female finishers, and for team categories including the Team That Raises The Most, the Most Spirited Team, and the Largest Team.

Packet pickup is scheduled for Thursday, March 26, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Charlotte Running Co. Promenade, 5355 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy #200, Charlotte, NC 28277. Participants presenting a race bib receive 10% off in store. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
Fun Run (untimed)
5 km
Communication Counts 5k (timed)
Virtual 5k
Kids Dash