Break out those running shoes. Registration is still open for The Meck Mile — returning for its second year — happening Saturday, May 10 at American Legion Memorial Stadium.
Race day details
Psst... Use the code “CLTTODAY” to get $10 off registration through Sunday, April 27.
- Gates open — 1:30 p.m.
- Kids’ races — 2 p.m.
- Competitive heats — 3 p.m.
- Recreational heats — 6 p.m.
- Elite and pro heats — 7 p.m.
- Awards ceremony — 8 p.m.
A party for everyone
Whether you’ve ran the Boston Marathon or just love a jog on a nearby greenway, the Meck Mile welcomes runners of all skill levels. Last year’s age range was from children to 88 years old. Times stretched from 4:05 to an hour. Plus, all kids 13 and under run for free.
All finishers get a medal and a shirt before celebrating in the post-race festival packed with a kids zone, beer garden, live music, and food trucks.
Meet world-class athletes
Get ready to meet and mingle with 20+ international athletes who will be running and competing for a $20,000 purse — $10k for both men and women.
Run for Relief
This year’s Meck Mile is also a “Run for Relief,” a fundraiser benefiting BeLoved Asheville and relief efforts supporting Western North Carolina communities recovering from Hurricane Helene.
“Run for Relief is poised to turn our community’s energy into the aid still needed for WNC’s ongoing hurricane recovery, with every donation, no matter the amount, helping our neighbors in the mountains,” said Will Pitts, CEO of the Charlotte Sports Foundation.
Can’t attend this race? Check out some others taking place across the Queen City.”
