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Returns 2026

Eastbound Half Marathon & 5K Trail Race

Choose between a 5K or half marathon trail race that takes place on challenging single track with over 1,000 ft of elevation gain.

Activity

Trail Running

Total Distance

5K/Half Marathon

Location

Charlotte, NC

Registration

Half Marathon
Pre-registration $75
Last day to pre-register is September 24, 2026
$75
Day-of Registration $80
$80
5K
Pre-registration $42
Last day to pre-register is September 24, 2026
$42
Day-of Registration $47
$47
Packet Pick-up
September 25th 5:00pm-7:00pm
Conference Center
5:00pm-7:00pm
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Schedule

Friday, September 25, 2026
Wild Vine 2022 - Sean Richard

Packet Pick-up

Packet-Pick Up Begins in Conference Center 5:00pm
Packet-Pick Up Ends in Conference Center 7:00pm
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Wild Vine 2022 - Sean Richard

Half Marathon

Day of packet pick-up opens 7:00am
Course opens (runners must start within 5 minutes of designated start time) 8:00am
Course closes (official times no longer recorded) 12:00pm
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Wild Vine 2022 - Sean Richard

5K

Day of packet pick-up opens 7:00am
Course opens (runners must start within 5 minutes of designated start time) 8:00am
Course closes (official times no longer recorded 9:00am

Additional Information

    • The Half Marathon will complete two laps of East Main
    • Aid stations include hydration and select food/snacks
    • Waiver Policy
      • All participants must sign the Whitewater Center Assumption of Risk Agreement before participating.
      • Waiver may be printed and brought to packet pick-up or completed on site.
      • The waiver is not included in the online registration form.
    • Refund and Transfer Policy
      • Race Registration is non-refundable.
    • Trail Safety
      • Trails will be open to other runners, hikers and bikers at all times.
      • Communicate when passing other trail users.
      • No E-bikes or any form of powered transportation are permitted in any Whitewater Race Series events.
    • Weather Policy
      • Events are scheduled to proceed rain or shine.
      • The Whitewater Center reserves the right to alter/reschedule/cancel any Whitewater Race Series event at any time.
    • Parking Policy
      • The Whitewater Center has a $13 daily parking fee. Annual parking passes are available for $45.
    • Emergency Policy
      • The Whitewater Center does not conduct trail rescues.
      • Participants must call 911 if emergency services are needed.
      • Emergency location markers are located within the trail system.
    • East Main Aid Station: Hydration only
    • Prairie Dog Aid Station: Hydration & food available

Event Map

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Race Shirts - 2026 Design Coming Soon

Race shirts are only guaranteed to those who pre-register on or before September 14, 2026.

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Finisher Medals - 2026 Design Coming Soon

Medals will be awarded to Half Marathon finishers who register on or before August 17, 2026.

Awards

Awards will be given to top three Male/Female finishers in the following categories for both the 5K and the Half Marathon distances:

14 and under | 15-20 | 21-30 | 31-40 | 41-50 | 51-60 | 61 and better

  • Wild Vine 2022 - Sean Richard

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