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Warlick Family YMCA Trick or Trail Fun Run

Name: Warlick Family YMCA Trick or Trail Fun Run
Start: 2025-10-25
End: 2025-10-25
Location: Gastonia

Gastonia, United States • 25 Oct 2025

The Warlick Family YMCA Trick or Trail in Gastonia, North Carolina, is a family-friendly fall running event featuring a 5K and a 1-mile Fun Run on the scenic Sytz Family Trail System at the Warlick Family YMCA (address: 2221 Robinwood Road). The trails span over 3 miles of woodland terrain, offering a comfortable course for runners of all levels. The 1-mile Fun Run is described as relaxed and non-competitive, ideal for families and first-time racers. An after-party rounds out the day with a bounce house, basketball hoops, cornhole, s'mores, pumpkin decorating, cotton candy, and vendor booths. Costume dress is encouraged for the Trick or Trail atmosphere. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Gastonia

Race information

Registration

5 km

1 Mile Fun Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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