Calling All Superheroes!!! Grab your cape, lace up your running shoes, and join us for the 2nd Annual Run Special Olympics Gaston County Superhero 5k on November 7,2026 at 8am at Rankin Lake in Gastonia, NC. Come dress as your favorite superhero and help us celebrate inclusion, community, and the incredible athletes of Special Olympics Gaston County. Whether you run, walk, roll or cheer from the sidelines, you'll be making a powerful difference right here in our local community. Packet pickup: 11/6/26 from 4-7 First United Methodist Church of Gastonia 190 E Franklin Blvd Gastonia, NC 28052 Top Female/Male Age divisions: 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-up Rain or shine RACE SHIRTS AND MEDALS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 10/15/2026 (Will have to complete course by 930)
5K: T-Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $30.00 | Nov 11 | Nov 6 |
| $35.00 | Nov 7 | Nov 7 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 86 | 33:32 | 18:00 |
Interested in this race?