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5K Celebration

Confidence through
Accomplishment

Each season comes to an end with a celebratory 5K. This closing event gives program participants of all abilities a tangible sense of accomplishment. Crossing the finish line instills confidence through completion and is a joyful moment program participants always remember! Everyone in our program receives a commemorative medal to celebrate this incredible achievement.

5K Celebration

Confidence through
Accomplishment

Girls and adults cross the finish line together at a Girls on the Run 5K, with one girl holding hands with an adult.

A Girls on the Run participant and her running buddy hold hands as they cross the finish line at the GingerSnap 5K, surrounded by cheering spectators and other runners.

5K Event Details

Event

2026 Gingersnap 5K

Date

Saturday, November 21, 2026

Location

Town of Waxhaw

Start/Finish Line is on West North Main Street/North Church Street

Time

7:00 AM-Girls on the Run/Heart & Sole teams arrive

8:00 AM-5K Starts

9:15 AM-Awards Presentation for Community/Timed Participants

Price

Registration Type	Price
EARLY BIRD-August 1- September 30 (Online)	$35
STANDARD-October 1 - November 20 (Online)	$40
DAY OF RACE-November 21 (in-person)	$45

Fall Program participants and coaches are ALREADY registered for the 5K. Do not register again. Each girl must have a registered Gingersnap 5K running buddy to run with her.

Volunteer at Our 5K

Our 5K is a celebration of every girl and all she has accomplished, and we rely on our amazing volunteers to bring the event to life. Whether you are cheering along the course, welcoming families, or helping behind the scenes, you play an important part in creating a day filled with encouragement, joy, and unforgettable moments.

Join us as a volunteer and experience the excitement of seeing our girls accomplish their goals and cross that finish line!