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The 49er Gold Rush 5K has become a February tradition for the Niners.

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)

 

 

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

2021 Race Results

2020 Race Results 2020 Race Photos

2019 Race Results 2019 Race Photos

2018 Race Results

2017 Race Results

2016 Race Results

2015 Race Results


Sponsors

A huge thank you to our title sponsors for this year's event!