Special to Iredell Free News

Girls on the Run of the Greater Piedmont will host its 5K event on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at North Iredell High School. Girls on the Run is a physical activity-based, positive youth development program that uses fun running games and dynamic discussions to teach life skills to girls in third to eighth grade.

During the 10-week program, girls participate in lessons that foster confidence, build peer connections and encourage community service while they prepare for an end-of-season celebratory 5K event.

Participation in the 5K event on April 29 is open to community runners. All proceeds from the event will benefit Girls on the Run of the Greater Piedmont. Registration cost is $30 for community runners and includes an event shirt, timing, and medal.

Community runners will start the race at 9 a.m. followed by the stars of the show, the Girls on the Run girls with their running buddies and coaches heading out right behind them. Early arrival is suggested for all runners.

If you’re looking to be involved but running isn’t for you, volunteers are needed on race day.

LEARN MORE

For more information about the event, how to register, and volunteer opportunities, visit RunSignup.com. Under “find a race,” click on Girls on the Run of the Greater Piedmont 5K.

SPONSORS & COMMUNITY PARTNERS

♦ Sponsors: Novant Health, Academy Sports + Outdoors, Rowan Health + Wellness, and Summit Coffee.
♦ Community Partners: North Iredell High School, Harris Teeter, Sunbelt, and Two Men and a Truck.