Race Overview
The 49er Gold Rush 5K has become a February tradition for the Niners. The race, hosted by University Recreation, is open to everyone. Students, Faculty/Staff, Alumni, and Community are encouraged to participate. The race will be held Saturday, February 4th, 2023.
Net Proceeds from the 19th Annual 49er Gold Rush 5K Run/Walk will benefit the University Recreation Student Professional Development Fund.
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2023 Race Route(COMING SOON)
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T-shirt Design:
Event Schedule:
8:00am: Packet Pick Up & Day of Registration Begin at Belk Gym
8:45am: Music and Announcements Begin
9:15am: Warm Up with Group Fitness Instructors
9:30am: 5K Starts on University Rd.
10:15am: 49er Gold Rush 5K Awards Ceremony
11:00am: Race Festival Closes
Registration Options:
All the Swag (shirt and medal) - $40
Just the Shirt (no medal) - $30
Just the Race (no shirt, no medal) - $20
Virtual (shirt and medal) - $30
*Registration must be received by Sunday, January 8 to guarantee a shirt and medal.
Packet Pick-Up
Friday, February 3rd, 2023 | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Belk Gym
8911 University Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28262
Saturday, February 4th, 2023 | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Belk Gym
8911 University Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28262
Awards
Returning for 2023: Age division awards.
Overall top male and female winners.
Top 3 male and female in each age group: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & up
Past Results & Photos
2022 Race Results 2022 Race Photos
2020 Race Results 2020 Race Photos
2019 Race Results 2019 Race Photos
Sponsors
A huge thank you to our title sponsors for this year's event!