Meet Me at the Fountain 5k
Sat, Jul 25, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Forest City, NC
- Smith's Drugs of Forest City, 139 E. Main Street, 28043
- Featured distance
- 5K
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Run or walk the 5K in Forest City, NC, and support local Rutherford County needs. A community event with a free kids' Fun Run.
- For a Cause
For a CauseGreat for
- Kids & Youth
Kids & YouthThe Meet Me at the Fountain 5K invites you to join its 12th annual running in Forest City, NC. This event offers a 5K run/walk and a free Fun Run for younger participants. It's a wonderful opportunity to gather with the community while supporting a meaningful cause, as all proceeds benefit Local Rutherford County Needs. Runners can look forward to a rolling course and the chance to earn awards across various age groups. Secure your spot early to guarantee a commemorative event t-shirt.
What to expect
- Participate in the 5K run/walk on a rolling course.
- Kids aged 8 and under can enjoy a free Fun Run.
- Awards for top overall and age group finishers.
Standout details
- Proceeds benefit local Rutherford County needs
- Free Fun Run for kids 8 and under
- Awards for top finishers and age groups
- Guaranteed T-shirt with early registration
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Vibe Check
Steady Effort
Steady Effortwarm-day exposure
- Rolling area
- Warm season
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Rolling
- Family-oriented
From the organizer
The 2026 Meet Me at the Fountain 5K is July 26, 2026
Proceeds from the 12th running of the 5K will benefit Local Rutherford County Needs.
Schedule:
Friday - July 24th 4:00 - 6:00pm : Packet Pick Up and On-site Registration at Smith's Drugs of Forest City
Saturday - July 25th 7:00 - 8:00am : Packet Pick Up and Late On-site Registration 8:00am : 5K START 9:00am : Fun Run START
Registration:
5K Run/Walk $25 EARLY BIRD: 2/1/2026 - 2/8/2026 *CUTOFF TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT IS 7/6/2026* $30 Regular Registration: 2/9/2026 - 7/19/2026 $35 Late Registration: 7/20/2026 - Race Day $15 Kids 12 & Under *(CUTOFF TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT IS 7/6/2026)*
Fun Run (ages 8 and under): FREE [While FREE we do ask that you register in advance] Shirts are available for $15.
Awards & Age Groups:
5K : Top 3 Male/Female Overall. Top Male/Female Masters 5K : Top 3 finishers in each Age Group < 8, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
Course Map:
Click HERE for a map of the 5K course
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