 For those of us who are runners, running in the midst of beautiful scenery gives us a bit of an extra pep in our step. These days there are races that are all kinds of unusual and some of us constantly seek them out to keep us engaged and get us motivated. How about a 5k where you get to run a flat course, in the fall, with lots of beautiful hot air balloons flying overhead?
This year on Sunday, October 20, the first Carolina BalloonFest 5k and Kids Fun Run will take place. What an amazing way to run a 5k and what a great way to encourage your kids to stay active! If you have never run a 5k before, but have it on your bucket list, why not begin here? (You have plenty of time to train!) For those of you interested in posting a good time, the course is flat and it should be fast. But watch out for those people who are constantly looking up at the balloons and not at the path ahead. We don't want any collisions! The cost for the 5k is $25 before September 1; $20 for the Kids Fun Run. You'll get a t-shirt, admission to the festival for the day, free parking and lawn seats for the afternoon concert. Each kid will also receive a finisher's medal. Bling! The course begins and ends on the runway at the Statesville Municipal Airport, but will take you outside the airport and by the airport hangars of some of NASCAR's finest drivers and teams. A slightly unusual race, that should give you wonderful memories for years to come. The race is sponsored by Thorlo, the maker of great socks for runners everywhere. Oh...and you'll be supporting the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life of Statesville (the primary beneficiary of the 2013 Carolina BalloonFest) and other local charities. More great reasons to get up for a little morning run! For more information, go to RacingToes.com to register early or check out the Facebook page "Carolina BalloonFest 5K and Kids Fun Run". Meet you on the track!
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Rain or Shine... Carolina BalloonFest is open October 20-22, 2017!
Hot Air Balloon Flights are scheduled twice daily; early morning & late afternoon. All ballooning activities including static display, tethered rides and balloon flights are weather dependent. The decision to inflate hot air balloons is made just prior to the scheduled ballooning activity. Due to limited entrance points into our festival, guests are encouraged to purchase advance tickets and plan to PARK by 1 PM to attend late afternoon launches. Tickets are non-refundable. |
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National Balloon Rally Charities, Inc. is an incorporated 501(c)(3) charitable organization and all contributions are tax deductible. A portion of proceeds raised through Carolina BalloonFest and Carolina Roots MusicFest is distributed to local nonprofit organizations. PO Box 267 ~ Statesville NC 28687
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Festival Location is near Statesville Regional Airport at 260 Hangar Drive, Statesville, NC 28677. **NEW** On site festival parking is reserved for guests with a PREPAID TICKET IN HAND. Spectators who drive to the festival venue without prepaid tickets will be redirected to Park & Ride. A redirect will add extra travel time to your destination experience and compromise your on time arrival for scheduled events. For safety and exit clearance, NO ROADSIDE PARKING - vehicles will be towed where NO PARKING signs are posted. Walk in spectators will not be admitted. Only guests in vehicles with prepaid tickets will be admitted to park at festival venue. Ticket scanning will be in progress.
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