Lake Norman 15K & 5K
Cornelius, North Carolina, United States
Oct, 2026 (TBD)
5k, 15k
Race Information
See you up at the lake for the Lake Norman 15k and 5k runs! These are some of everyone's favorite courses in the Charlotte area. Choose from a fun, family-friendly 5k with just a few turns, or a 15k that stretches out across the fingers of the peninsula – it’s a beautiful thing. Either way, you’ll be glad you got up to run the course. And yes, this is a Sunday event! Join in on the fun and the run, and the post-race brews.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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