Hotels Near Dragon Dash 5k & Little Lizard 1K 2026 — Lexington, NC Aug 2026

Date

August 1, 2026

Location

Lexington, NC

Venue

200 Dragon Drive

Start Time

8:00 AM

Entry Fee

$0.00 – $30.00

Events

Dragon Dash 5K, Little Lizard 1K

Includes

Race T-Shirt if registered by 7/17

The Dragon Dash 5K & Little Lizard 1K starts at 8:00 AM on August 1, 2026, so plan your arrival in Lexington, North Carolina with that early morning kickoff in mind. The event takes place at 200 Dragon Drive and offers two distance options: a 1-mile run and a 1K. Entry fees range from free to $30, making it accessible for most budgets. Whether you're racing the longer distance or bringing younger athletes for the shorter option, this late-summer race provides a straightforward local option without requiring travel to a major metropolitan area.

From the Race Organizer

West Davidson High School's Athletic Department is proud to host a Dragon Dash 5K and Little Lizard 1K, a community event dedicated to supporting the growth and success of our student-athletes. Proceeds from the race will help provide essential resources, equipment, facility improvements, and opportunities that directly benefit our athletic programs. By participating, sponsoring, donating, or cheering on our runners, you are investing in the young people who represent our community with pride, dedication, and perseverance. Together, we can ensure that West Davidson athletes have the tools and support they need to compete, grow, and succeed both on and off the field. 5K Course Overview: This course covers 3.1 miles and is relatively flat. It is a two-loop course that starts and ends on the track, but the route also features a wooded trail, grassy areas, crushed gravel, and paved surfaces. As such, this course is not suitable for strollers, and for the safety of all participants and functionality of races, dogs are not welcome during either the 5K or Little Lizard 1K. Course Map Awards: Overall top ten men for the 5K Overall top ten women for the 5K Overall top 3 boys for Little Lizard 1K Overall top 3 girls for Little Lizard 1K **All 5K participants will be entered in a drawing for prizes, including but not limited to one 2026 WDHS football season pass, priority football parking, and gift certificates to Ralph Baker's Shoes.* Packet Pick-Up: 5-7pm on Friday, 7/31 - WDHS Gym Sponsorship Benefits: Elite Dragon Dasher ($250): Logo on race shirt (listed at top in order of purchase), logo & link on race website, table/tent at race & Meet the Dragon, custom shout-out announced twice at race & Meet the Dragon, and three free race entries. Dragon Sponsor ($150): Logo on race shirt, logo and link on race website, table/tent at race & Meet the Dragon, custom shout-out announced once at race & Meet the Dragon, and two free race entries. Gold Sponsor ($100): Logo on race shirt, logo and link on race website, table/tent at race, shout-out at race & Meet the Dragon, and one free race entry. Green Sponsor ($75): Logo on race shirt, logo on race website, and shout-out at race. If interested in becoming a sponsor, sign up HERE !

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Dragon Dash 5k & Little Lizard 1K 2026 — Lexington, NC?

Dragon Dash 5k & Little Lizard 1K 2026 — Lexington, NC takes place on August 1, 2026. The race is held in Lexington, North Carolina.

Where is Dragon Dash 5k & Little Lizard 1K 2026 — Lexington, NC held?

Dragon Dash 5k & Little Lizard 1K 2026 — Lexington, NC is held at 200 Dragon Drive in Lexington, North Carolina.

Where can I find hotels near Dragon Dash 5k & Little Lizard 1K 2026 — Lexington, NC?

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