Snapshot

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October 27, 2026

Race day

5K, Kids' Run

Distance

Road

Terrain

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Participants

Race brief

This race takes place in North Carolina, United States on October 27, 2026. Use the details below to decide whether the course, logistics, and registration timeline match the type of season you are building.

Decision signals

Course layout details are still limited with road terrain.

Why This Race

The organizer pitch, translated for runners

Proceeds for Iredell County Special Olympics First 10 participants receive a Free pair of Feetures Socks Race is on Greenway Costume is optional Stroller Friendly / No Dogs Allowed Awards for overall, masters & 5 year age groups nightly. This race will be part of the 2026 Championship Series. Run in 10 races throughout the year and accumulate points. To be eligible for Series Championship you must compete in 10 out of 15 races. 1 additional point will be earned for each race over 10 Run in All 15 races and receive 5 additional points and a Free Race for 2027. Race Dates: 1/27/2026, 2/21/2026, 2/24/2026, 3/17/2026, 4/4/2026, 4/7/2026, 4/21/2026, 5/5/2026, 6/2/2026, 7/21/2026, 8/4/2026, 8/18/2026, 9/1/2026, 10/6/2026 & 10/27/2026 Points will be earned as follows: Overall 1st 12 Points, Overall 2nd 10 Points, Overall 3rd 9 Points, Masters 1st 8 Points, Masters 2nd 7 Points Masters 3rd 6 Points, Age Group 1st 5 Points, Age Group 2nd 4 Points, Age Group 3rd 3 Points All other Participants 2 Points Prize money for top 5 male and female Championship Winners 1) $60.00 2) $50.00 3) $40.00 4) $30.00 5) $20.00 NO DOGS ALLOWED

Course Fit

Course shape, standards, and race history

This is the section to compare terrain, elevation, certification, and field context before you decide whether the race belongs on your calendar.

Elevation profile

Illustrative profile based on available elevation data. Use it as a directional planning signal, not a final course guarantee.

Actual course elevation and routing may vary from the visual estimate.

Course highlights

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Road terrain
Primary running surface.

Community Layer

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14th Annual Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop Room

Threads, logistics, reviews, Q&A, and live huddles for 14th Annual Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop.

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Where are people staying for 14th Annual Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop?

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14th Annual Iredell County Special Olympics Ghoulish Gallop logistics huddle

Fifteen minutes on travel timing, where the expo bottlenecks are, and what people wish they knew earlier.

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