Saturday, April 18, 2026
Run with the Dogwoods
Charlotte Racefest is celebrating its 25th anniversary as the premier spring half marathon welcoming thousands to the streets of Charlotte through multiple distances. From a Half Marathon to a 10K to a Kid’s Dash, this festival of running has something for every runner to celebrate. We are proud to work hand and hand with communities that surround SouthPark Mall to raise money for Go Jen Go, our beneficiary helping navigate breast cancer.
In 2026, Crown Collective, the team that brings you events like Around the Crown 10K, Forward Motion, and NoDa 5K has taken the reigns on the legacy of Charlotte Racefest. We're keeping a lot of the pieces that you know and love, but we're also putting our own charm on it.
Updated Course: The start/finish line will now be in the parking lot by Symphony Park and the first and last 2 miles will be on Sharon Road and Carnegie Boulevard. This will help with corralling and growth as the years tick on.
Rebrand: We're excited to honor the 25th running of Charlotte Racefest with an updated brand to highlight the pop of Spring we get to experience here in the Southeast through the colors and font you'll see throughout the brand.
Pillars: The core tenants you've come to expect at Crown Collective events will be brought to the marketing and start line of Racefest. We'll be bringing an emphasis of sustainability, inclusivity, and a pure love for Charlotte from here on out.
The Brooks Mile: This corralled, family friendly race is made for those chasing sub 5 or sub 15 all kicking off at 7pm the night before the big day! That means we’re adding the opportunity to race Friday night as well as Saturday morning and kick off our distance challenges. Those running the mile will receive a technical Brooks tee or have the opportunity to upgrade to an elite Brooks tank!
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Half Marathon
Price changes in 7 days 14 hours-
The premier distance for this festival of racing and a beautiful course to make it happen!
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$71.53
Launch Pricing
May 26 – Aug 15 -
$76.88
Early Bird Pricing
Aug 16 – Oct 17 -
$82.23Oct 18 – Dec 31
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Register for Half Marathon$92.93
New Year Pricing
Now registering Jan 1 – Feb 27 -
$103.63
Last Chance Pricing
Feb 28 – Apr 12 -
$119.68
Race Week Pricing
Apr 13 – Apr 16 -
$130.38
Race Weekend Pricing
Apr 17 – Apr 18
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10K
Price changes in 7 days 14 hours-
Our favorite distance and the crowd will be out there to support you every single mile!
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$50.14
Launch Pricing
May 26 – Aug 15 -
$55.49
Early Bird Pricing
Aug 16 – Oct 17 -
$60.83Oct 18 – Dec 31
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Register for 10K$66.18
New Year Pricing
Now registering Jan 1 – Feb 27 -
$71.53Feb 28 – Apr 12
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$76.88
Race Week Pricing
Apr 13 – Apr 16 -
$82.23
Race Weekend Pricing
Apr 17 – Apr 18
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The Brooks Mile
Price changes in 7 days 14 hours-
1 miler around SouthPark on Friday night!
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Register for The Brooks Mile$23.39
Early Bird Pricing
Now registering May 26 – Feb 27 -
$28.74
Last Chance Pricing
Feb 28 – Apr 12 -
$34.09
Race Week Pricing
Apr 13 – Apr 16 -
$39.44
Race Day Pricing
Apr 17 – Apr 18
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Dogwood Dash
Price changes in 7 days 14 hours-
This kids dash is a blast around the parking lot with the entire crowd cheering on the next generation of runners!
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Register for Dogwood Dash$12.69
Early Bird Pricing
Now registering May 26 – Feb 27 -
$18.04Feb 28 – Apr 18
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Dogwood Distance Challenge
Price changes in 7 days 14 hours-
Friday Night 1 Miler + Saturday Morning Half Marathon
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Register for Dogwood Distance Challenge$108.98
New Year Pricing
Now registering May 26 – Feb 27 -
$119.68
Last Chance Pricing
Feb 28 – Apr 12 -
$141.08
Race Week Pricing
Apr 13 – Apr 16 -
$157.13
Race Weekend Pricing
Apr 17 – Apr 18
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SouthPark Sprint Challenge
Price changes in 7 days 14 hours-
Friday Night 1 Miler + Saturday Morning 10K
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Register for SouthPark Sprint Challenge$82.23
New Year Pricing
Now registering May 26 – Feb 27 -
$87.58
Last Chance Pricing
Feb 28 – Apr 12 -
$98.28
Race Week Pricing
Apr 13 – Apr 23 -
$108.98
Race Weekend Pricing
Apr 24 – Apr 18
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Upgrade to Challenge
If you've already registered for the half marathon or 10K, this is your path to upgrading to the challenge to do both!
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Register for Upgrade to Challenge$18.04May 26 - Apr 18
Event schedule
- Fri, April 17, 2026 3:00 PM - Early Packet Pickup Starts
- Fri, April 17, 2026 6:00 PM - Dogwood Dash Kids' Race
- Fri, April 17, 2026 7:00 PM - Brooks Mile Starts
- Fri, April 17, 2026 7:30 PM - Early Packet Pickup Ends
- Sat, April 18, 2026 6:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pickup Starts
- Sat, April 18, 2026 7:20 AM - Race Day Packet Pickup Ends
- Sat, April 18, 2026 7:30 AM - Half Marathon & 10K kick off
- Sat, April 18, 2026 8:30 AM - Live Music Begins - Time Sawyer
Contact information
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