Run the River 5K - Canton

OCT
3
2026
A mostly grass 5K trail run in Canton with a Kids 1 Mile Fun Run on the day; proceeds support Pisgah High School Cross Country.
Sat 3 Oct 2026
5 kilometers

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About the race

The 1st annual Run the River 5K takes place in Canton, North Carolina at 1291 Old River Rd. The event comprises a trail 5K and a separate 1 Mile Kids Fun Run.

The 5K is described as a fairly easy trail run. The surface is mostly grass with some gravel and a very short paved section. For this area the course is mostly level and runs through surrounding hill and countryside, providing an autumn backdrop.

Distances:

  • 5K
  • 1 Mile Kids Fun Run

The event is open to all abilities. Proceeds benefit Pisgah High School Cross Country. Entries are limited and prices will increase periodically before race day. Registration for the 5K carries a fee of $35. The Kids 1 Mile Fun Run registers on the day of the event for a $5 cash only fee; a parent may run alongside and finishers receive a ribbon at the finish line. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
1 Mile Kids Fun Run

Events nearby

Trail races of 20K and 10K at Chestnut Mountain Nature Park on October 10, 2026, with chip timing, one water station, and awards for top finishers.
Trail 10K at Chestnut Mountain Nature Park in Canton NC on November 8, 2026, featuring an early 600 foot climb, rolling singletrack, and a downhill finish.
Blackhawk Bolt 5K & Fun Run on November 14, 2026 at North Buncombe High School offers on campus road to trail races plus a virtual 5K.
Trail event on March 13, 2027 in Pisgah National Forest, NC, offering 8 or 16 miles with light and heavy pack categories.
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