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Date:
Sat, Jun 06, 2026 at 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location:
251 Lucky Strike Dr
Marion, North Carolina
28752
United States
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5k Fun Run Run

The Gold Rush 5K is presented by Glenwood Ruritan Club in conjunction with NC Gold Foundation Gold Festival.

GOLD There will be a drawing for a genuine GOLD nugget worth $200! All registered runners will be entered to win!!!!!!

T-shirts will be given to the 1st 25 registered runners, so register early! Additional t-shirts will be available for purchase on race day.

There will be a FREE kids Fun Run starting at 9am. Race Day registration WILL be available for $25.

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