Race Information

Find out all of the event information here.

Enjoy the convenience of online registration and ‘go green’. We encourage you to be conscious of the environment and avoid printing and mailing in your registration. Therefore, there will be NO mail-in registrations.

Race Start Times:

The official start area is on N. Brevard Street and 6th Street.

Saturday, April 6, 2019

9:00 AM – 4 mile START

10:15 AM – Kid’s dash (kids do not have to register)

10:30 AM – Awards Ceremony

Fee Schedule

Registration Deadlines:
  Online registration officially opens the first day of the college basketball season.  The first price increase is in February and the final price increase is during The Madness.  Online registration will close at midnight on April 4th.  You can still register at packet pick up on Friday and Saturday.  Registration will open at 8:00 am and close at 8:45 am on race day.

You can run with a stroller or a dog. We just ask that you please just start in the back to avoid any mishaps.

Common Questions

• What do I get for participating?

  1. All 4 miler participants will receive a shirt. We will have mens and women’s cut shirts so please size yourself with that in mind. You must register before March 20th to be guaranteed a t-shirt.

  2. Finisher Medals for the 4 mile participants

  3.  Mini-basketballs for the kids dash after they finish

  4. Costume Contest

  5. Great giveaways from our sponsors

  6. Great fun!

  Packet Pick Up

  You can pick up packets for friends and family. We HIGHLY SUGGEST picking up your packet on Friday. There will be a lot of people running the race and we want to make sure you get your things before the gun goes off.

  You can pick up for a friend or family member!

  Friday, April 5th, 2019; 10:30AM – 6:00PM

  Run For Your Life – Midtown
  901 South Kings Dr.
  Charlotte, NC 28204

  Race Day – Saturday, April 6th, 2019; 8:00AM – 8:45AM

  First Ward Park

  301 E. 7th Street
  Charlotte, NC 28202

  T-Shirts

  Every participant will receive a soft-style performance shirt that signed up before March 20th. Shirts are ordered based on the sizes indicated during online registration.
  NO SWITCHING SIZES – NO EXCEPTIONS! You may switch sizes AFTER the race at the registration tent if we have leftover shirts.

  Kid’s Dash

  This is our favorite event! The kid’s dash is very informal so they do not need to register but it gives the kiddos an opportunity to run through the finish line like Mom and Dad. Depending on the numbers, we may have to break it down in to age groups for safety reasons.  Kid’s will receive a mini-basketball after the finish.

  Timing

  We have partnered with Event Marketing Services to time this years event.

  Divisions

  Overall, Masters, 12 and under, 13-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and over.

  Awards

  4 Miler ONLY: Top 3 Males and Females in all divisions will receive awards. Awards gift certificates courtesy of Run For Your Life – Midtown

  Claiming Awards
  As results become available, runners will be able to claim their awards at the awards ceremony prior to the last participant finishing. We do NOT ship unclaimed awards.

  NOTE: Sisu Events reserves the right to add/delete categories and awards prior to race based on participation.

  Refunds and Transfers

  Registration fees are non-refundable. Event registrations are non-transferable between individuals, events, or years.

  Time Limit

  Walkers are welcome but there is a 1 hour 15 minute time limit to cover the 4 mile course.

  Medical

  There will be a RED medical tent located at the finish line in case of emergency or any minor medical needs. Announcements can always be made at the DJ booth as well. Any life threatening problems should call 911.

  Weather Policy

  Races are held, rain or shine, unless Sisu Events determines that conditions are too dangerous. This will be based on a prudent decision made on race weekend or race day by Sisu Events and local law enforcement officials. If the race is canceled due to inclement weather there will be neither refunds nor transfers. This position is consistent with USA Track & Field recommendations and with the protocol of sharing the risks associated with the sport of running. In the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, Sisu Events reserves the right to alter, cancel or eliminate any/all portions of the race.

  Parking

  Parking at Seventh Street Station
  Located across the Lynx light rail line from ImaginOn, this deck has entrances on 6th and 7th Streets. Additional rates may apply when there are Arena/Uptown events. Make sure you identify yourself as an ImaginOn guest when entering the parking deck if Arena/Uptown event rates are in effect.
  Surface Parking Lots
  Several ground level parking lots surround ImaginOn. Fees range from $8.00-$12.00 and must be pre-paid using exact change or by using a phone app. Phone app information can be found at each of the ground level lots. Rates may increase when there are Arena/Uptown events.

  Hornets Parking
  Please visit the website to view their suggested parking.
  Parking

  Entertainment

  We are so excited to have AAA Entertainment at the Start and Finish line to energize the runners and maintain the fun!

  We look forward to seeing you there!

  Register