Join us for the 2027 Run the Creek 5K and Family Fun Run on Saturday, February 27! This exciting event offers a Family Fun Run starting at 8:30 am and a 5K road race starting at 9:00 am. Both events wind through the beautiful (and hilly!) Highland Creek neighborhood. We believe in community, and this family-friendly initiative welcomes participants of all ages and paces, ensuring everyone can join in the fun! Your participation supports Highland Creek's six public schools: Highland Creek Elementary School, Cox Mill Elementary School, Ridge Road Middle School, Harris Road Middle School, Mallard Creek High School, and Cox Mill High School. Register by February 8 to be guaranteed a t-shirt for the 5K! (Please note: the Family Fun Run does not include a t-shirt)
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Run the Creek 5K & Family Fun Run 2027 — Charlotte, NC
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for February 27.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Charlotte, 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
