Gallop & Gorge 8K
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Event overview
The Gallop & Gorge 8K is part of the Le Tour de Carrboro three-race series and is scheduled for Thursday, November 27, 2025 in Carrboro, NC. The road race distance is 8K (4.97 miles) and the course is USATF certified. The event starts and finishes on Weaver Street in front of the Weaver Street Market in downtown Carrboro. The listed registration price is $30, with the price increasing after November 25, 2025.
Logistics and race details
Online registration closes Wednesday, November 26 at midnight. In-person bib pickup and registration are available at Fleet Feet Carrboro on November 25 and November 26, and there is morning pickup on race day. Organizers advise carpooling and early arrival for parking; more than 1,500 participants are expected and certain Carr Mill parking lots should be avoided to prevent towing. Awards are given to top three male and female finishers in Open, Masters (40+), and standard age groups, plus Athena and Clydesdale categories. Local pottery awards and special prizes are listed for overall and age group winners. Little Turkey Kids Races are free for ages 2-9 and are held on the Libba Cotten Bikeway after awards; parents must sign a release. Baby strollers and joggers are permitted but should start at the back; pets are not allowed on the course. The event supports local community partners and collects food donations for the InterFaith Council Community Market. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.