Pirate 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M at Charlotte, NC (17) – Charlotte, NC 2026

Date
April 25, 2026
Location
Charlotte, NC
Venue
9729 Mallard Creek Rd
Start Time
8:30 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $90.00
Events
5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon
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The Pirate 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Marathon is a running race held in Charlotte, North Carolina on April 25, 2026. Starting at 8:30 AM from 9729 Mallard Creek Road, the event offers four distance options to suit different training goals and experience levels. Entry fees range from $30 to $90 depending on distance and registration timing. Whether you're training for a half marathon, completing your first 26.2-mile distance, or looking for a shorter weekend effort, this race provides a structured racing opportunity in the Charlotte area. Book accommodations near the venue well in advance, as spring racing season often fills hotels quickly.

From the Race Organizer
Race Information The race starts at 8:30 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration. Additional Information The race starts at Mallard Creek Playground across from Mallard Creek Elementary School. The course has a hill at the start/finish. 5K & 10K Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6005460289 The course is an out and back. (3.11M) 5K does the course one time. 10K does the course two times. Half Marathon & Marathon Course (1.64M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6002629408 The course is an out and back. (3.275M) Half Marathon does the course four times. Marathon does the course eight times. Course Time Limit 6 hours. Finisher Medals https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php Shirt and Gear Shop https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php Best Costume https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php Series Points https://usroadrunning.com/S.php Awards https://usroa

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Pirate 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M at Charlotte, NC (17) – Charlotte, NC 2026?

Pirate 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M at Charlotte, NC (17) – Charlotte, NC 2026 takes place on April 25, 2026. The race is held in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Where is Pirate 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M at Charlotte, NC (17) – Charlotte, NC 2026 held?

Pirate 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M at Charlotte, NC (17) – Charlotte, NC 2026 is held at 9729 Mallard Creek Rd in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Where can I find hotels near Pirate 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M at Charlotte, NC (17) – Charlotte, NC 2026?

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