Goblin Gallop for Recovery 5K
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Goblin Gallop for Recovery 5K at WPCC
Burke Recovery, which provides substance abuse prevention, treatment and recovery support services in Morganton and Burke County, hosts a themed evening 5K run and walk on October 30, 2026. The paved course winds through the campuses of Western Piedmont Community College, the NC School of Science and Math and the NC School for the Deaf, with the South Mountains as a backdrop. This is the fourth running of the event in the North Carolina foothills.
Glow sticks will be provided and the use of headlamps or flashlights is recommended. Costumes are encouraged and prizes will be awarded to the three best costumes as determined by the judges. Post-race refreshments will include the usual offerings plus hot dogs and apple cider.
The entry fee includes a cotton-polyester blend long-sleeve t-shirt; shirt size selections can be guaranteed only for those who register prior to October 15. The event is chip timed and accommodates competitive runners as well as participants who prefer a more relaxed pace.
Registration pricing: through October 1, 2026 the fee is $30 for adults and $20 for students age 20 and under. From October 2 through race day the fee is $35 for adults and $25 for students age 20 and under. Packet pickup and race day registration are available at Western Piedmont Community College on October 30 from 4:00 p.m. until 5:45 p.m; race day registrations cannot be accepted after 5:45 p.m.
Awards include Best Costume prizes, Top Overall Male and Female, Top Overall Male and Female Masters (40+), and Top 3 Male and Female in each age group from 13 & Under through 70 & Over. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
