Warlick Family YMCA Trick or Trail 5 K and 1 Mile Fun Run 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Gastonia, North Carolina
- Entry fee
- From $20
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 5K | Oct 24, 20269:00 AM | $40 | – |
| Fun Run | Kids | Oct 24, 202610:00 AM | $20 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 5K: $40 until Oct 23.
- Fun Run: $20 until Oct 23.
Online registration closes Oct 23, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about 33 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 North Carolina runs 36:24, about 11:43 a mile, based on 32 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:39 and men in 31:52.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:37 AM, and the 5K starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 800 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Warlick Family YMCA, Gastonia, NC 28054
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All results (4 years)Aggregated from official results for Warlick Family YMCA Trick or Trail 5 K and 1 Mile Fun Run. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Warlick Family YMCA Trick or Trail 5 K and 1 Mile Fun Run?
In 2025, the fastest tenth finished in 27:42 or better, the top quarter in 31:46, and half the field in 37:55; the last tenth came in after 1:00:39.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 40:28 | 28:01 |
| 20-29 | 35:06 | 20:34 |
| 30-39 | n/a | 36:25 |
| 40-49 | 40:04 | 28:05 |
| 50-59 | 42:16 | 29:21 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Finishers by year
Up 5 percent since 2021.
All events combined, from official results.
Warlick Family YMCA Trick or Trail 5 K and 1 Mile Fun Run 5K year by year
From 2021 to 2025, the field went from 83 to 87 finishers, and the median time rose from 34:31 to 37:55.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 87 (-12%) | 37:55 | under 27:42 | 19:49 |
| 2023 | 99 (+115%) | 41:05 | under 28:32 | 25:43 |
| 2022 | 46 (-45%) | 41:04 | under 28:32 | 22:59 |
| 2021 | 83 | 34:31 | under 25:03 | 4:02 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Slower than most North Carolina trail 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 31:46, against 30:14 in a typical North Carolina trail 5K, so times here run 5 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 24 the day usually runs from 48°F at dawn to 70°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 9% of days. Cold snaps dip to 42°F and hot years reach 78°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
- Warlick Family YMCA, Gastonia, NC 28054Map
- Course
- Trail
- Start elevation
- About 800 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 24, 2026), 2025 (Oct 25, 2025), 2024 (Oct 26, 2024), 2023 (Oct 28, 2023), 2022 (Oct 22, 2022), 2021 (Oct 23, 2021)
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Quick answers
- When is Warlick Family YMCA Trick or Trail 5 K and 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $20 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 23, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for North Carolina?
- At $40, entry is about 33 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, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 87 runners finished the 5K; the median finish was 37:55 and the winner ran 19:49.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 31:46, against 30:14 in a typical North Carolina trail 5K, so times here run 5 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- Warlick Family YMCA, Gastonia, NC 28054.
From the organizers
Join us for Trick-or-Trail, a fun-filled fall event featuring a 5K and 1-mile Fun Run on the scenic Sytz Family Trail System at the Warlick Family YMCA in Gastonia, NC! Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking for a family-friendly activity, we have something for everyone. The trail covers over 3 miles and is great for participants at all levels. Our 1-mile Fun Run is a relaxed, non-competitive event where participants join in for the joy of movement and community.
9:00 AM | 5K Trail Run
10:00 AM | 1-Mile Fun Run
Costumes encouraged! Bring friends, family, and your pups!
Must register by October 14th to be guaranteed a race t-shirt.
TRICK-OR-TRAIL PARTY ZONE