The 2026 Cherokee Choices Mother's Day 5K Run/Walk is on Saturday May 9th! Hosted by Cherokee Choices , the course has a bit of everything - road, farm road, and trails - offering a complete review of the historic site. The course is perfect for seasoned runners, first timers, and walkers. _______________________ Entry Fees : All Events Adults: $15 Now until May 1st. $20 May 1st until Race Day. Youth (1-12) & Elders (59-99+): $10 Now until Race Day Awards & Age Groups : 5K : Top 3 Overall M/F. Top 3 M/F in these Age Groups: 8 & Under, 9-12, 13-16, 17-19, 20-25, 26-35, 36-45,46-50, 51-60, 61+ Everyone who signs up will receive a Mother's Day 5K shirt. 5K Schedule: Saturday - May 9th 8:00am: Packet Pick Up & Onsite Registration 9:00am: START 10:00am Awards Ceremony ALL (as in 100%) of all proceeds benefit Richard (Yogi) Crowe Scholarship Fund Donate $50 or more and your Entry is FREE!! Take this opportunity to get outside and take a run/walk with your Mom.
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Cherokee Choices Mother’s Day 5K 2027 — Bryson City, NC
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 8.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Bryson City, NC.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
