2025 Run Kannapolis 5K Series Returns With A New Race

The City of Kannapolis is excited to announce the 2025 Run Kannapolis 5K Series. There will be eight races, with many of your favorites returning, along with one new race, Flint’s Fabulous 5K, hosted by Leashes of Valor.

The 2025 Run Kannapolis 5K Series

Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in this fun series featuring the city’s best 5K runs and walks. Each run is held in Kannapolis, and most runs include a one-mile fun run. Proceeds from the runs benefit area non-profits.

Runners and walkers are encouraged to participate in the entire series of eight races for unique prizes from the City of Kannapolis. Register now at www.runkannapolis.com. Sign up for all eight races and save 25%.

Run Kannapolis is part of the City of Kannapolis’ Discover a Healthy Life brand. Good luck with the 2025 Run Kannapolis series, and we hope to see you at the finish line!

2025 Run Kannapolis Series & Host Organizations

  • March 29 – Robert Tucker Run | 8 a.m.: SHOE SHOW, INC/Half-Moon Outfitters, LLC
  • April 5 – Strides for Stroke | 9 a.m.: Atrium Health
  • May 1 – Jiggy 5K | 6:30 p.m.: Kannapolis Parks & Recreation
  • May 31 – Gaelic Alley Pub Run | 8 a.m: Alley Pub
  • August 16 – Cannon Ballers Shooting Stars 5K | 9 a.m.: Cannon Ballers
  • September 20 – Flint’s Fabulous 5K | 9 a.m.: Leashes of Valor
  • October 4 – Race for Peace | 8 a.m.: S.T.U.D.I.O.
  • November 8 – Old Armor 5K for Heroes | 9 a.m.: Old Armor Beer Company