Memorial Day Trail Race - Charlotte, NC
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Memorial Day Trail Race
The Memorial Day Trail Race at the Whitewater Center in Charlotte, NC is a trail running event held on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend. The event offers multiple distance options and lists ascent values as +364/532 ft. Activity type is trail running.
Distances:
- 3 miles
- 5 miles
- 8 miles
Registration has separate pre-registration and day-of pricing for each distance, with the last day to pre-register listed as May 27, 2027. Packet pick-up is scheduled the evening before the race at the South Conference Center. Race shirts are guaranteed for those who pre-register on or before May 17, 2027.
The event requires all participants to sign the Whitewater Center Assumption of Risk Agreement before participating; the waiver may be printed and brought to packet pick-up or completed on site and is not included in online registration. Race registration is non-refundable.
Trails remain open to other runners, hikers, and bikers during the event, and participants are asked to communicate when passing others. No e-bikes or powered transportation are permitted in race events. Events are scheduled to proceed rain or shine, though the Whitewater Center may alter, reschedule, or cancel events. The center does not conduct trail rescues; participants must call 911 for emergency services.
Each distance has at least one aid station with hydration. Approximate aid station locations are provided for each course. Awards require presence at the ceremony and are given to the top three male and female finishers in age groups for each distance: 14 and under, 15-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61 and better.
Parking fees at the Whitewater Center are listed as $13 daily, oversized parking $25, and annual passes $47. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
