3 walking events in Hendersonville, North Carolina
From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find walking events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
Hendersonville
3 events in Hendersonville-
Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
The STAR Race is one of the biggest fundraisers to support the Henderson County Sheriff's Office's STAR Camp. STAR Camp is a three-day camp focused on building relationships between deputies and rising 6th graders. Aproximately 500 kids will be invited to camp. This camp is community supported and funded. This is a non-sanctioned trail run/walk. A clock will be available, but times will not be recorded. Thank you for supporting STAR Camp and the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office.
Event details and schedule
The course used is the existing cross country course for Rugby Middle School. It consist of flat fields, rolling hills and wooded trails. Registration/Check-In will begin at 7:00 a.m. Fun Run will begin at 7:30 a.m. and 5K will begin at 08:00 a.m. This is a Rain or Shine Event.
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Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Get ready to rise up at the 3rd Annual She Slays 5K, happening Saturday, April 25, 2026, in partnership with Pardee Hospital Foundation’s Women Helping Women and Hunter Subaru!
This empowering event celebrates the strength, courage, and unstoppable spirit of women—encouraging each of us to take charge of our health and lift one another up. Every step you take supports local women in Hendersonville fighting cancer.
Whether you run, walk, or dance your way across the finish line, you’ll be part of something bigger—women helping women, slaying together, and making a real difference.
Everyone is welcome to join the movement!
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Sat, Aug 01, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Ready, Set… WOOF! 🐾
Join us at Patton Park on Saturday, August 1 for the 4th Annual Bark & Bolt Races, presented by Hunter Subaru, in Hendersonville.
This family and pup-friendly morning celebration features something for everyone — two-legged and four-legged alike.
Choose from the Bark & Bolt 5K or One Mile, and have the option to join in the crowd-favorite 100-Meter Paw Pursuit. New for 2026, all registered participants will earn a Bark & Bolt finisher medal, making this year’s event extra special!
After the races, stick around for the Top Dog Contest and Bark in the Park Dog Fair, featuring local, pet-friendly vendors and community partners.
We’re proud to partner with Blue Ridge Humane Society, helping support rescue efforts and connect more pups with loving homes.
New & Noteworthy for 2026
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New! Official Bark & Bolt Finisher Medal
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Youth pricing available: $25 early/$30 late
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Youth-sized race tee options
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New! Bike Corral option — ride your bike to the event and earn a fun thank-you incentive!
Whether you’re running with your dog, walking with family, or cheering from the sidelines, Bark & Bolt is all about community, connection, and celebrating our love for dogs. Come make a morning of it — and help us make tails wag all across Hendersonville.
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Local Clubs & Organizations
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