Participants will receive a t-shirt and enjoy a post-race party with live music and food available for purchase. Online registration is open through Sept. 11, but racers can also register in person on the day of the event.

Last year, community partners came together to raise more than $40,000 to support the tools and technology needs of HCC students. This year, funds raised will support the Lavender Fund, which helps students facing unexpected life emergencies such as groceries, rent, childcare, utilities and more. In the wake of Hurricane Helene, this type of support is needed more than ever as students continue to balance school with everyday life challenges.

For more information about the trail race on HCC’s main campus or to register, visit gloryhoundevents.com/event/dahlias-ridge-5k. For more information about how to give to HCC’s Foundation or support this event, please visit  haywood.edu, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 828.627.4544.