Mount Afton Challenge 2027 — Concord, NC

Date
January 16, 2027
Location
Concord, NC
Venue
5401 Village Drive NW
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00
Events
Mount Afton Challenge
Includes
Event Shirt
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Mount Afton Challenge is a free running event taking place in Concord, North Carolina on January 16, 2027. The race starts at 8:00 AM at 5401 Village Drive NW. With no entry fee, this event offers accessible racing for runners of all levels looking to compete without financial barriers. The winter date means you'll want to check local conditions and plan accordingly for early-morning running in central North Carolina. Since this is a free event in the community, it's worth confirming final details closer to race day regarding specific distances, course layout, and any registration requirements that may apply despite the zero entry cost.

From the Race Organizer
Saturday, January 16, 2027 from 8am – 10am Afton Village - 5401 Village Drive NW Concord, NC US 28027 WHO: Anyone looking for a Running, Rucking, or Walking challenge. F3 Afton is excited to announce that we will be hosting the 7th Annual Mount Afton Challenge . Join us for this great cause and find out who can complete the most 1 mile laps in the Runner and Rucker divisions and earn the title… Mount Afton G.O.A.T. This year's event is a fundraiser for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention services, which has impacted the Afton AO in a very personal way over the past year and obviously many more in our community at large. Thru the F3 Foundation, F3 Afton will donate funds raised for this event to the Cabarrus County Chapter of NAMI , the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Registration will not commit you to continuous running/rucking for the entire 2 hours. The challenge is simply you vs. you… what you can do! There will be prizes for the runners and ruckers with the most distance covered. Following the event: 10am – until… The Wine Room in Afton Village will be open early to serve food and drinks for our participants, volunteers, and supporters as we conclude the event.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Mount Afton Challenge 2027 — Concord, NC?

Mount Afton Challenge 2027 — Concord, NC takes place on January 16, 2027. The race is held in Concord, North Carolina.

Where is Mount Afton Challenge 2027 — Concord, NC held?

Mount Afton Challenge 2027 — Concord, NC is held at 5401 Village Drive NW in Concord, North Carolina.

Where can I find hotels near Mount Afton Challenge 2027 — Concord, NC?

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