Belmont Abbey College Homecoming Color Run/walk 5k 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Start time
- 7:30 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Belmont, North Carolina
- Entry fee
- From $35
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5k Color Run/Walk | 5K | Oct 3, 20267:30 AM | $35 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $35 until Oct 3.
Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about 17 percent above a typical 5K in North Carolina, which costs $30 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Belmont runs 31:52, about 10:15 a mile, based on 5 races with published results. Women typically finish in 35:01 and men in 28:24.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:19 AM, and the 5k Color Run/Walk starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 690 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
100 Belmont Mt Holly Rd, Belmont, NC 28012
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 3 the day usually runs from 60°F at dawn to 78°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 19% of days. Cold snaps dip to 51°F and hot years reach 82°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 100 Belmont Mt Holly Rd, Belmont, NC 28012Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 690 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 3, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Belmont Abbey College Homecoming Color Run/walk 5k?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $35 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for North Carolina?
- At $35, entry is about 17 percent above a typical 5K in North Carolina, which costs $30 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 100 Belmont Mt Holly Rd, Belmont, NC 28012.
From the organizers
Get ready to run, walk, and celebrate at Belmont Abbey’s Homecoming 5K Color Run! 🏃♀️🏃♂️ Now in its second year, this exciting event brings together Belmont Abbey students, alumni, faculty, and our surrounding community for a morning full of color, energy, fellowship, and fun!
Whether you’re racing to the finish line or simply enjoying the experience with friends and family, the Homecoming 5K Color Run is a great way to celebrate the Abbey spirit and make lasting memories. After an incredible first year, we can’t wait to make Year 2 even bigger, brighter, and more exciting!
Information regarding bib pick-up and route will be shared closer to the date!