Meet Me at the Fountain 5k 2026 — Forest City, NC

Date
July 25, 2026
Location
Forest City, NC
Venue
139 E. Main Street
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $35.00
Events
Meet Me at the Fountain 5k, Fun Run
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Meet Me at the Fountain 5K is proud to be part of the Rutherford Outdoor Coalition Running Race Series. The 2026 Series has 13 events running from February to December. There are road races, trail runs, and even a hill climb. Series details and current standings can be found at the ROC website. Proceeds from the 12th running of the 5K will benefit Local Rutherford County Needs.

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Meet Me at the Fountain 5k 2026 — Forest City, NC

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Race Travel Insurance

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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Forest 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.

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