Special Olympics Run for the Gold 5K

Race Info

Special Olympics Run for the Gold 5K

Sat November 7, 2026

Price: $35.00 - $40.00

Time: 8:00AM EST

Price increases after November 6, 2026 at 11:59pm EST

Registration guarantees a tee shirt, bib timing for runners, and finisher medals for all.

RACE SHIRTS AND MEDALS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 10/31

Event Info

We are pleased to announce the inaugural Special Olympics Run for the Gold. This 5k run is being held at beautiful Rankin Lake Park in scenic Gastonia, North Carolina. The paved, relatively flat course is perfect for those seeking a personal best time, or the beginner looking to finish their first time race.

Mark your calendar for the last Saturday in August, lace up those shoes, and join us for a great cause with all the proceeds going to Special Olympics Gaston County.

Location

Rankin Lake Park

1760 Rankin Lake Road

Gastonia, NC 28054

Run/walk will take place on a paved trail around the lake.

Courses and prices

Course name: Special Olympics Run for the Gold 5K, Distance: 5K, Prices: $35.00 - $40.00