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Haw Creek Hustle

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calendar_today 16 May, 2026

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sell $12.69 – $34.09

About the Event

The Haw Creek Hustle returns for its third year on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in the Haw Creek community of East Asheville. Hosted by the Haw Creek Community Association, this event promotes neighborhood engagement while raising funds for local projects and the restoration of Charlie Bullman Park in partnership with the Western North Carolina Youth Sports Association. Event Schedule and Logistics

The race morning is centered at Charlie Bullman Park, featuring a staggered start for the two main events and on-site check-in for all participants.

Activity Date Time / Location
Packet Pickup & Late Registration Sat, May 16, 2026 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Fun Run Start Sat, May 16, 2026 8:30 AM EDT
5K Hustle Start Sat, May 16, 2026 9:00 AM EDT
Awards Ceremony Sat, May 16, 2026 10:15 AM EDT
Course Details and Support

Both courses start and finish at Charlie Bullman Park, utilizing a mix of neighborhood roads and local trails.

Awards and Categories

The Hustle recognizes top performers across various experience levels and age groups.

Contact Information

For more information regarding course maps, volunteer opportunities, or parking logistics, please contact Greg Duff or visit the Haw Creek Community Association website. Note that the event has a strict no-refund and no-deferral policy for all registrations.

Races Offered

5K

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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08:30

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$34.09

Fun Run

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 0.4km

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Type — Running

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08:30

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$12.69

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Asheville.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 11.4° / 22.8°
wb_sunny 10.5° / 21.2°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 8.6 /
water_drop 74.3%

About Asheville

Learn more about the host city, Asheville.

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The city of Asheville is a liberal, artsy community nestled between the Blue Ridge Mountains and Great Smoky Mountains in Western North Carolina. A popular tourist destination, this "Paris of the South," has one of the most impressive, comprehensive collections of Art Deco architecture in the United States. In 2011 Asheville was picked as one of the “10 Most Beautiful Places in America” by Good Morning America.

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