Join us for a Saturday evening run on the streets of Lenoir followed by Awards and an epic post-race party hosted by Liquid Roots Brewing Project! The course will take you by amazing public art, through charming neighborhoods and past iconic factories. This four mile route tours by five properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places and will challenge runners of all levels. The Eighth Annual Southern Sundown 4 Miler promises to continue to deliver cool swag, unique awards, solid beer and great live music. You don’t want to miss it! Every registered runner (21+) for the Southern Sundown 4 Miler receives a full pour of a Liquid Roots brew after the race! *Register by August 3 to guarantee your size in the 2026 Southern Sundown 4 Miler event tshirt! Early Packet Pick Up: Friday (8/14) 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm (Liquid Roots Brewing) Race Day Registration & Packet Pick Up: Saturday (8/15) 5:00 pm - 6:45 pm (Liquid Roots Brewing) 2026 SS4M Individual Awards * Top 3 Overall Male / Fem
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 15.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Lenoir, 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
