‘Girls on the Run’ 5K coming to Asheville
Girls on the Run of Western North Carolina (GOTR WNC) will host its annual Fall 5K Presented by AdventHealth. Hundreds of girls, families, coaches and community members will lace up their sneakers for this celebration of confidence, connection and joy.
The Girls on the Run Village at the Tanger Outlets in Asheville opens at 8 a.m. on Nov. 23, featuring hands-on fun for the whole family — including a LEGO station, chalk art, bib decorating and the always-popular Happy Hair station. Local vendors and sponsors will bring extra community spirit and support leading up to the 5K start at 9:30 a.m., followed by the Mountain Mover Mile at 9:40 a.m.
This year's addition of the Mountain Mover Mile invites participants of all abilities to complete the first mile lap and return to the Village to cheer on the GOTR 5K runners as they cross the finish line. The new one-mile event underscores Girls on the Run's commitment to making movement accessible for everyone — because confidence, courage and community shouldn't have barriers. Course specifics can be found at gotrwnc.org/5k.
The event is open to the public, and community members are encouraged to run, walk, volunteer or cheer. Registration is open at gotrwnc.org/5k.
