Running Scared 5K - Barclay Downs
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Event overview
Running Scared 5K is a late-October running event in Charlotte, North Carolina. The event includes an in-person 5K and a virtual 5K. It encourages participants to wear costumes and includes a costume contest. Activities listed for the event include kids face painting, games, food trucks, beer, music, and an expo with exhibitors and sponsor giveaways. Proceeds are directed to Carolina Breast Friends.
Logistics and services
Place: MOTION Fitness, 2101 Rexford Rd #50w, Charlotte, NC 28211. Packet pick up is held at the same location. The 5K uses chip timing provided by Start 2 Finish with disposable timing tags issued during packet pick up. All 5K finishers receive medals; shirts are provided to registered participants (shirt choices and sizing depend on registration timing and inventory). Awards are given to the top three male and female overall finishers and to first place in listed age divisions. Registration fees are non-refundable and registrations are non-transferable. There is a 15 minute per mile pace limit enforced by CMPD; participants walking slower may be asked to finish on sidewalks. A medical tent is located at the finish area. The organizer may alter or cancel the event in dangerous conditions; no refunds are issued for weather-related cancellations.
Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 5K
- Virtual 5K
