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12 events in Hickory, North Carolina

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  • Medal Madness 5K, & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (10) [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 07, 2026 at 8:30 AM

    Description

    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...

    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

    5k 13.1 Miles Run Trail

    1581 12th St Dr NW, Hickory, North Carolina, 28601, United States
    OpenStreetMap Google Maps
  • Hickory 5K Series [hickorync.gov] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Included Events:

    Easter Egg Scramble 5K - Hickory Riverwalk Trail,

    Saturday March 28, 2026

    Aviation 5K - L.P. Frans Stadium/Winkler Park 2500 Clement Blvd. NW, Hickory, NC

    Saturday May 23, 2026...

    Included Events:

    Easter Egg Scramble 5K - Hickory Riverwalk Trail,

    Saturday March 28, 2026

    Aviation 5K - L.P. Frans Stadium/Winkler Park 2500 Clement Blvd. NW, Hickory, NC

    Saturday May 23, 2026

    Lightning Bug Boogie 5K Night Trail Run - Hickory City Park, 1581 12th St. Dr. NWW, Hickory, NC

    Friday August 14, 2026

    Ruff, Ruff, Run 5K (Dog Festival) - L.P. Frans Stadium/Winkler Park, 2500 Clement Blvd. NW, Hickory, NC

    Saturday September 26, 2026

    Hickory Trick or Trot 5K - Highland Recreation Center, 1541 8th St. Dr. NE, Hickory, NC

    Saturday October 31, 2026

    See: SERIES DETAILS BELOW

    If you are racing in the SERIES keep your Bib number for every race. That is your assigned number for the entire SERIES. You will be charged a $5.00 fee for a new Bib number assignment if lost or forgotten.

    T-SHIRTS: A custom designed T-shirt is included with your advanced registration. Check our deadlines for each race. Those who register during early registration will recieve the shirt size designated by you during your registration. All others may receive t-shirts on a first-come, first-served basis, while sizes and supplies last.

    AGE GROUPS:

    Are as follows for both Males & Females:

    0-9

    10-14

    15-19

    20-29

    30-39

    40-49

    50-59

    60-69

    70+

    Top 3 overall Male and Female

    (Top 3 M/F will not medal in age groups)

    AWARDS, SCORING & RULES:

    The Hickory 5K Series uses a point system based on results from each race. All runners will score according to their placing during every race. The top 3 male and female runners in their respective age categories and overall top 3 males & females receive awards, merchandise or gift certificates! Hickory 5K Series awards are not duplicated. An individual can win in the Overall Category or age group, but not both.

    SCORING PER RACE: Place & Points

    1 = 50 11 = 2

    2 = 45 12 = 2

    3 = 40 13 = 2

    4 = 35 14 = 2

    5 = 30 15 = 2

    6 = 25 16 = 1

    7 = 20 17 = 1

    8 = 15 18 = 1

    9 = 10 19 = 1

    10 = 5 20 = 1

    In the event of a tie at the end of the season:

    The winner will be determined by who has placed higher the most often

    Greater number of events completed

    The person who placed higher in the final race of the Series (Trick or Trot 5K)

    5k Run Trail Walk

    1451 8th Street Drive NE, Hickory, North Carolina, 28601, United States
    OpenStreetMap Google Maps
  • Pirate 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (14) [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 04, 2026 at 8:30 AM

    Description

    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...

    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

    5k 13.1 Miles Run Trail

    1581 12th St Dr NW, Hickory, North Carolina, 28601, United States
    OpenStreetMap Google Maps

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