Tread, White & Blue 5K Trail Race
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About the race
Tread, White & Blue is a trail running event at the Whitewater Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. The event is a 5k trail race in which participants choose a color—red, white or blue—to determine their route; each color follows a different direction and course maps are revealed on race day.
Registration options and key dates are provided. Pre-registration is priced at $45 with the last day to preregister listed as July 1, 2027, and day-of registration is listed at $50. Packet pick-up is scheduled for July 2 at the South Conference Center, and additional packet pick-up is available on race day. Race shirts are guaranteed for those who register on or before June 21, 2027.
Event policies include a required signed Assumption of Risk Agreement before participating; the waiver can be printed and brought to packet pick-up or completed on site and is not included in the online registration form. Race registration is non-refundable. Trails remain open to other runners, hikers and bikers during the event; participants should communicate when passing and no e-bikes or powered transportation are permitted. Events are scheduled to proceed rain or shine, with the Whitewater Center reserving the right to alter, reschedule or cancel events. Parking fees apply at the center. The Whitewater Center does not conduct trail rescues; emergency services must be contacted by calling 911.
Post-race offerings include a specialty bomb pop drink with a choice of champagne or hard seltzer for participants 21 and older and non-alcoholic options; valid ID is required for alcohol. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
