Running Scared 5K - Charlotte
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Event overview
The Running Scared 5K is set for Saturday, October 25, 2025, at MOTION Fitness in Charlotte, NC. This is the 9th annual MOTION Running Scared event presented by National Gypsum. The event includes an in-person 5K and a Virtual 5K. Participants are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes. The event program lists family activities such as face painting and games, an expo with exhibitors and sponsor giveaways, food trucks, beer, and music.
- 5K
- Virtual 5K
Logistics and policies
Packet pick up is scheduled for Friday, October 24, 2025, 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at MOTION Fitness, 2101 Rexford Rd #50w, Charlotte, NC 28211. The 5K will be timed by Start 2 Finish using Chronotrack timing; disposable timing tags are distributed at packet pick up. Awards include Top 3 males and females overall and first place in listed age groups; awards must be claimed at the ceremony and are not shipped.
The race enforces a 15 minute per mile pace limit set by CMPD; participants slower than that may be asked to finish on sidewalks. A red medical tent will be located at the finish for medical needs. Registration fees are non-refundable and registrations are non-transferable. The organizer, Sisu Events, will decide on cancellation or course changes for safety reasons; refunds are not issued for weather-related cancellations. Parking is available in nearby lots. Sponsors named by the organizer include National Gypsum and MOTION Fitness. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.