Geyser Growl Half Marathon, Presented by Hillman Beer

Bring your friends and family! Join us for a fundraising 5K supporting Charles D. Owen High School Cross Country as well as the Black Mountain Home for Children, Youth, and Families.

The event will kick off with a multi-terrain 5K surrounded by mountain views around the Owen High School campus, beginning and ending in the Owen High School Stadium. Following the 5K will be a 1K Pony Trot Kids Run (ages 10 & under) on the track. T-Shirts will be given to the first 100 registrants (size guaranteed to those who sign up before 5/1)! Additionally, awards will be given to top performers! So come gallop, trot, or just walk and talk - we hope to see you there! Registration ends 5/29 at 11:59pm for both the 5K and Pony Trot!

When: Saturday, May 30, 2026 starting at 9 AM

Where: Gallop 5K and 1K Pony Trot will begin and finish at the Charles D. Owen High School track and stadium

Registration ends 5/29 at 11:59pm for both the 5K and Pony Trot!

Packet Pick Up: Race Day - Saturday May 30, from 8:00 to 8:45 AM at the Charles D. Owen High School track and stadium. Packet will include race bib, as well as a wristband which can be redeemed for T-shirt (if signed up before 5/1).

Parking: Participant parking will be provided in the lower student parking lot, accessible from Lake Eden Rd. Signage will be visible to direct participants to this parking area.

Event Timing: Each participant's race performance time will be posted immediately following the race!

Awards: A medal as well as a gift card from the Mountain Running Store in Black Mountain will be given out to the top three overall male and female finishers.

Additionally, medals will be given to the top overall male and female finishers for the 5K run in the below age categories.

Ages 12 & Under

Ages 13 - 19

Ages 20 - 39

Ages 40 - 54

Ages 55+

BONUS Giveaways: Each participant's bib number will be placed in a drawing for additional prizes to be awarded after the event! Prizes include gift cards from a few of our generous sponsors!

Safety: Due to insurance regulations, roller blades, strollers, bicycles and pets are not allowed on the course.

A Special Thanks to Our Generous Sponsors:

• Three Sheet Design

• AgCare Products

• Mountain Running Company

• Greybeard Realty

Special Early Bird Pricing For First 75 Registrants

Looking for a race that’s challenging, scenic, and unlike anything else? Welcome to The Flying Squirrel Ten Miler – Asheville’s premier 10-mile road race presented by Jus’ Running. Whether you’re chasing a personal record or just looking for an unforgettable running experience, this race is for you.

🏞️ Breathtaking Course:

Starting just blocks from downtown Asheville, the one-of-a-kind course takes you on a journey through the winding, shaded roads of Town Mountain, including hidden gems like Sunset Drive and Patton Mountain Road. With the Southern Appalachians as your backdrop, you'll be earning those views every step of the way.

🎉 What’s Included With Registration:

→A high-quality race shirt to show off your accomplishment.

→A custom finisher’s medal that’s as bold as the course itself.

→Chip timing to capture every second of your race journey.

✨ Why Join Us?

The Flying Squirrel Ten Miler is more than a race – it’s an experience. Feel the energy of Asheville’s vibrant running community, soak up the electric race-day atmosphere, and conquer one of the area’s most rewarding courses.

Ready to rise to the challenge and claim your place at the finish line? Registration is open now. Don’t miss your chance to take part in Asheville’s most exciting road race! 🏃‍♂️🐿️

Register today and make this race day one you’ll never forget.

Get ready to experience the 5th Annual RAD Half Marathon & 10k presented by Hunter Subaru, where art meets adrenaline in Downtown Asheville, NC!

The RAD Half Marathon & 10K is more than just a race—it’s a high-energy celebration of Asheville’s creative heartbeat. Set in the heart of the River Arts District, this event supports local artists and highlights the vibrant, one-of-a-kind art scene that makes Asheville shine. Every mile helps lift up the makers, dreamers, and doers who bring this community to life.

The RAD Half Marathon and the 10K course are both USATF Sanctioned and Certified.

Permit pending government approval | Race course subject to change

Sanction Number: 155770

Half Marathon Certification Number: NC25009DF

10k Certification Number: NC25010DF