Valdese
Walking Events Calendar near Valdese 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Valdese for 2026-2027! We've gathered 7 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
August 2026
Walkers can choose the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk or the 5K and 10K out and back courses starting and finishing at the Valdese Community Center off Carolina Avenue. Routes run amid the Historic Valdese Festival, expect high temperatures and high..
Walkers can take the 5k course of 3.1 Miles starting at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Lincolnton and following part of the paved Marcia H. Cloninger Rail Trail. The rail trail is a 1.5 mile paved path with benches and town views, and packet pickup..
September 2026
Walkers can choose the 5K course or the 1 Mile kids route, both starting and finishing at Robbins Pool 173 Lakeside Dr Blowing Rock NC 28605, with views of the Blue Ridge. The route includes a climb up Wonderland Trail Road alongside other Co..
October 2026
Walkers can choose 5K or 13.1 Miles, starting at 1581 12th St Dr NW in Hickory NC on a clear local course. The event is walker friendly with small staff; water is limited to the end of each lap and at the finish and EMS is not on site.
Walkers can choose a 5K or 1 mile route starting at 12 N Main Ave, Newton, NC. Registration is free and refreshments are provided after the walk.
November 2026
Walkers can choose 10 km or 5 km routes or a Youth Fun Run on the Hickory Foundation YMCA outdoor track in Hickory, NC. Maps are provided for the routes and packet pickup and race day registration are held at the Hickory Foundation YMCA.