Race Info
Special Olympics Run for the Gold 5K
Sat November 7, 2026
Price: $35.00 - $40.00
Time: 8:00AM EST
Price increases after November 6, 2026 at 11:59pm EST
Registration guarantees a tee shirt, bib timing for runners, and finisher medals for all.
RACE SHIRTS AND MEDALS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 10/31
Event Info
We are pleased to announce the inaugural Special Olympics Run for the Gold. This 5k run is being held at beautiful Rankin Lake Park in scenic Gastonia, North Carolina. The paved, relatively flat course is perfect for those seeking a personal best time, or the beginner looking to finish their first time race.
Mark your calendar for the last Saturday in August, lace up those shoes, and join us for a great cause with all the proceeds going to Special Olympics Gaston County.
Location
Rankin Lake Park
1760 Rankin Lake Road
Gastonia, NC 28054
Run/walk will take place on a paved trail around the lake.
Courses and prices
Course name: Special Olympics Run for the Gold 5K, Distance: 5K, Prices: $35.00 - $40.00