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AVL Runway 5K

Name: AVL Runway 5K
Start: 2026-10-03
End: 2026-10-03
Location: ARDEN

ARDEN, North Carolina, United States

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About the Event

Ready for one of the most unique races in Western North Carolina?The AVL Runway 5K gives participants the rare opportunity to run directly on the airfield at Asheville Regional Airport. This one-of-a-kind course is fast, flat and full of incredible views as the runners make their way along Taxiway Bravo beside the airport’s active runway and near AVL’s new air traffic control tower.Wave to passengers as aircraft take off and land nearby while you experience the energy of the airport from an entirely new perspective. Whether you are a seasoned runner, aviation enthusiast, or simply looking for an unforgettable race day, the AVL Runway 5K is cleared for takeoff.Proceeds from the race support aviation education initiatives and local nonprofit organizations, helping inspire future aviators and strengthen our Western North Carolina community.

Races Offered

5K With Premium Long Sleeve Shirt

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running, Water sports

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$55.49

5K With Short Sleeve Shirt

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running, Water sports

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$39.44

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in ARDEN.

thermostat Temperature

7.8° / 19.9°

wb_sunny Feels like

5.4° / 17.4°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 45m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.0 mm

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—

air Avg wind speed

9.4 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

71.8%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:37

nightlight Sunset

18:53

About ARDEN

Learn more about the host city, ARDEN.

Arden is an unincorporated community located in southern Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States. Arden is considered to be approximately the area between Skyland and Fletcher near the Henderson County line. Arden's ZIP code is 28704. Its post office serves Royal Pines and Avery Creek census designated places to the east and the area to the west of the post office. Arden is part of the Asheville Metropolitan Statistical Area.

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