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Run the Wave

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

First-Year Event· Help them grow
Location
Gastonia, NC
2222 South New Hope Rd, 28054
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Run the Ashbrook Cross Country Trail 5K or 1-mile fun walk and support student scholarships and school programs at this first annual event.

  • For a Cause

Who it's for

  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners

Join the inaugural Run the Wave, a 5K trail race and 1-mile fun walk on the Ashbrook Cross Country Trail in Gastonia, NC. This event is designed to support the Ashbrook Foundation, which raises funds for student scholarships, teacher grants, and the arts and athletics programs at Ashbrook High School. It's a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a trail run and contribute to a meaningful cause on April 18, 2026.

What to expect

  • Experience a 5K trail race or a relaxed 1-mile fun walk.
  • Run or walk on the Ashbrook Cross Country Trail.
  • Support student scholarships, teacher grants, and school arts and athletics.

Standout details

  • First annual event
  • Benefits Ashbrook Foundation
  • 5K trail race
  • 1-mile fun walk option

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 18, 9:10 AM EDT · From $32.80

    Opens Jan 30, 2026, 5:04 AM EST · Closes Apr 17, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT

  • 5K

    Sat, Apr 18, 9:00 AM EDT · From $43.40

    Opens Jan 30, 2026, 5:04 AM EST · Closes Apr 17, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

Trail + hills

  • Mostly trail

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Trail
  • Hilly
  • Timed race
From the organizer

First Annual Ashbrook 5k Trail Race and 1 mile Fun Walk taking place on the Ashbrook Cross Country Trail!

Come out and support Ashbrook Foundation which raises money for student scholarships, teacher grants, and the arts and athletics at Ashbrook High School!

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