Carolina Lakes Turkey Trot

Welcome to NextGen United's Summer Sun and Racing Fun 5k

5k kicks off at 8:00 AM

Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-UP will begin at 7:00-8:00 AM

Day Before Packet Pick UP on 6/5/26 at Betty G Ross from 4:00-6:00 PM

Location and Course: will Betty G Ross Park, 800 Madison St, Lincolnton, NC 28092 and the local Rail Trail

NextGen United's Summer Sun and Racing Fun 5K community fundraiser, which supports emergency crises, one-time hardships, and programs across the county. (proceeds go to United Way of Lincoln Co)

Awards:

1st place Male and Female overall

1st, 2nd, 3rd in age groups (14 and under, 15-19,

20-34, 35-49, 50-64, 65+) Male and Female

NextGen United, a teen-led interest group from United Way of Lincoln County, invites you to join our

first-ever 5K race and kick off the summer season! There will be awards for 1st place runner (male and

female), as well as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each age group—plus ALL runners will get to jumpstart

summertime with snow cones, slushies, and much more once they cross that finish line!

Support UWLC's teen group and help raise money for our Community Fund, supporting our neighbors in

need during one-time hardships, critical programs across the county, and much more!

28TH Annual

Cannonball's Cycling Team

Metric & Half-Metric Century Charity Ride,

and Inaugural DuAthlon & 5K

June 6/7, 2026

The Cannonballs Cycling Team (CCT) Annual Metric Century is back for its 28th year, and we have new exciting offerings in store! This year we are offering run options for those who aren’t cyclist or simply looking for more of a challenge, and for the first time we’ll incorporate timing.

METRIC & HALF METRIC RIDERS: You read the above correctly, if you are one of our annual riders…this year we will incorporate timing so we don’t have so rely on Strava. Come put your endurance to the test as you conquer the hills throughout Mecklenburg, Gaston and Lincoln Counties while raising funds for local charity. Participates are invited to join individually or as a team. This police escorted ride starts and concludes at White Water Middle School in Charlotte, North Carolina. CCT Metric and Half Metric participants will have SAG support and many options for fuel and nutrition at each rest stop.

Distance Options

CCT Metric Century Ride (includes 4 rest stops): 8:00 AM

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51073788

CCT Half Metric Century Ride (includes 2 rest stops): 8:30 AM

Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46506295://ridewithgps.com/routes/46506295

FUN RIDERS: CCT will host the annual 15-mile Fun Ride again this year, it will begin at 8:45 AM (CCT Guided Route, not timed).

RUNNERS: There will be a traditional 5k (run only) option, and a duathlon (5k run followed by any bike distance) option. The 5k for both options will begin at 7:00 AM.

Registration Includes:

• SAG support throughout ride (Metric/Half Metric Riders only)

• Lunch for all participants following ride

• Finisher Gift for all CCT Metric, Half Metric Riders, Duathlon or 5k registrants (Guaranteed for first 150 participants)

• Recovery Ride - June 7, 2023 at 8AM (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50533543)

• Access to Swap Meet Featuring Local Bike Shops

Race Information

The race starts at 8:30 AM.

Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

All runners must register on RunSignup.

No on-site registration.

Additional Information

Parking and restrooms are located at the Trailhead- https://maps.app.goo.gl/tJmT7w8PjTeEZpnXA

Registration and starting line are located north of the VFW, across the street from the corner of 16th Ave Pl NW and 12th St Dr NW- https://maps.app.goo.gl/5xTSLJccYk39YjU37

5K Course (0.78M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6233736925

The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)

The 5K does the out-and-back two times.

Half Marathon Course (1.09M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5975171281

The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).

The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.

Course Time Limit

3 hours and 30 minutes.

Finisher Medals

All finishers will receive a themed medal.

Best Costume

It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.

At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.

The best costume will be awarded at the beginning race.

Series Points

This race earns points towards the US Road Running Race Series.

For more information, go to https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

Awards

https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

Frequently Asked Questions and Information

https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

US Road Running

https://usroadrunning.com

Get your Excitement on and join us for a festive, family-friendly run/walk that kicks off the season of gratitude with fun in the Clover community spirit!

Hosted by Greater Things, this event raises critical funds to support individuals and families in York County through practical resources, hope, and compassion. Every step you take helps bring Greater Things to life in our community.

Race Day Fun Includes:

Scenic 5K trail run/walk through beautiful Downtown Clover, South Carolina

Medals for top finishers in Men’s & Women’s age groups Divisions

Children's fun run

Free race T-shirt for all registered participants

Kids’ Scavenger Hunt

Local business & organization info tables with treats and giveaways

Complimentary water, snacks, and post-race celebration

age group runs, 50 years and above, 35 to 49 years old 17 to 35 years old and 16 years and under

Special Highlights: We will have a DJ that will raise the Festive atmosphere! We are starting in the City Park so children have a place to play and enjoy the experience.

It is our Desire that everyone that comes to this event walks away with a great enjoyable family fun experience!!!

100% of all the runners fees go to the Ministry to Support Underprivileged Children and Veterans!!!!

The race will start at the sound of the horn and your time begins, the crossing of the finish line determines your time.

TDeming Timing and Events

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Lace up, grab your crew, and let’s RUN for a cause! Register today and join the movement

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.