Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop
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Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop
The event is a community road race held on the Greenway in Statesville, North Carolina, at 1875 Simonton Rd. Proceeds support Iredell County Special Olympics. The program includes running events for adults and youth and a fun run/walk.
Distances offered
- 5 km
- 1 mile
The event is costume optional, stroller friendly, and no dogs are allowed. The first 10 participants receive a free pair of Feetures socks. Awards are presented nightly for overall placings, masters, and five-year age groups.
This race is part of the 2026 Championship Series. The series comprises 15 races held across the year. To be eligible for the Series Championship, a participant must compete in 10 out of the 15 races. One additional point is earned for each race completed beyond 10. Participants who run all 15 races receive five additional points and a free race entry for 2027.
Points for placings are allocated as follows: Overall 1st 12 points, Overall 2nd 10 points, Overall 3rd 9 points; Masters 1st 8 points, Masters 2nd 7 points, Masters 3rd 6 points; Age group 1st 5 points, Age group 2nd 4 points, Age group 3rd 3 points; all other participants 2 points. Prize money for top five male and female championship winners is $60, $50, $40, $30, and $20 respectively. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
