THE HAW CREEK HUSTLE FUN RUN AND 5K

Saturday, April 20th | Asheville, NC

The Haw Creek Hustle will be held on April 20th, 2024 and provides a great opportunity to bring the Haw Creek community together and support Haw Creek Community Association projects!

We are very excited to announce Glory Hound Events newest race in Asheville – The Haw Creek Hustle on April 20 – a 5k race meandering through the heart of the Haw Creek valley. Join us at Charlie Bullman Park  for a celebratory fun run, the timed 5k race, and/or the post-race celebration. Hosted by the Haw Creek Community Association, this event is intended to bring the community together, not just to hustle, but also to socialize with neighbors, meet new friends, enjoy some fresh air, and make lasting memories. All proceeds from the event benefit Haw Creek Community Association projects.

Packet Pickup/Late Registration

Saturday, April 20 –  7:00-9:00 AM –  Charlie Bullman Park (719 New Haw Creek Road, Asheville NC 28805)

We will accept on-site registration up to 15 minutes before the start of each event.

Course

All races start and finish at Charlie Bullman Park in East Asheville.

The 5K is a counter-clockwise course on mostly quiet roads in Haw Creek.  The Fun Run will take place in the area of Charlie Bullman Park

5K Course Map                       5K Cue Sheet

There will be one water station on the 5K course, about half way through the race.

Volunteers will be stationed at each turn and there will be signs marking every turn.  There will be police or fire personnel stationed at key intersections.

We ask you to stay to the right side of the road and run alone whenever possible.

Awards

The awards ceremony for the 5K will take place at approximately 10:15 AM near the finish area.

Special prizes will be presented to the top three overall male and female and top masters (40 & Over) male and female.  

Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female finishers in the following age groups:

12 & Under, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over

All 5K runners will receive a custom race shirt. Fun Runners will receive a fun prize at the finish line.

Shirts will be ordered on or around April 10 so anyone registering after that date may not receive a shirt and/or in the size they prefer.

Timing

The race will utilize chip timing. The chips are attached to the back of your race bib so don’t crinkle them.  Please wear your bib on the front of your clothing so we can see it at the finish line.

Amenities

Water and light snacks will be provided near the finish line.  We encourage everyone to bring their own water bottles to fill to minimize the environmental impact.

Volunteers

Races don’t happen without great volunteers. If you would like to be part of this event, support the Haw Creek Community Association and be there in various ways for runners and walkers, we would love to have you. Click HERE to sign up for any of our available spots.

Race Day – Saturday, April 20

Fun Run-8:30;

5K-9:00 AM

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Please note that RunAsheville.com is listing this event as a courtesy and may not have the latest details for this event. For the most up-to-date info, please visit the official Haw Creek Hustle Website.