Apple Festival 5K - Lincolnton
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Apple Festival 5K : Lincolnton
The Apple Festival 5K in Lincolnton is a timed 5K run/walk held on October 17, 2026. The event returns after more than 40 years as a local tradition and begins and ends at Lincolnton High School, 803 N Aspen St, Lincolnton, NC 28092.
The course is primarily on the Marcia H. Cloninger Rail Trail. The route crosses N. Aspen Street toward Dixon Street, follows the rail trail on an out-and-back course through downtown Lincolnton, and finishes at Lincolnton High School. A complimentary shuttle will operate from Lincolnton High School to Downtown Lincolnton following the race.
Registration information provided for the event includes an entry fee of $30.00, registration opening on September 9, 2026, and closing on October 14, 2026. Registrations received by October 5, 2026 are guaranteed an official event T-shirt and an apple-themed swag bag; later registrations are not guaranteed those items. Packet pickup is scheduled for Friday, October 16, 2026, from 4:30 to 6:00 PM at Lincolnton High School, where in-person registration will also be available.
Awards will be presented to the top overall male and female finishers and to top male and female finishers in age groups from 14 & under through 80+, plus an award for the overall fastest stroller participant. Proceeds benefit United Way of Lincoln County. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
