Mount Afton Challenge
Concord, NC
Sat, Jan 16, 2027
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When
Saturday, January 16th, 2027
Where
5401 Village Drive NW, Concord NC
Distances
See race page
Typical weather
33–50°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
20–43°F
dry
2025
24–51°F
dry
2024
25–45°F
rain
2023
27–54°F
dry
2022
21–35°F
rain
2021
31–44°F
dry
2020
47–61°F
dry
2019
27–52°F
dry
2018
24–48°F
dry
2017
48–54°F
dry
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About this race
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, January 16, 2027
- Time: 8am – 10am
- Location: Afton Village - 5401 Village Drive NW Concord, NC US 28027
- URL: Mount Afton Challenge
Who Can Participate
- Open to: Anyone looking for a Running, Rucking, or Walking challenge.
Event Overview
- Hosted by: F3 Afton
- Event Type: 7th Annual Mount Afton Challenge
- Objective: Complete the most 1 mile laps in the Runner and Rucker divisions
- Title: Earn the title… Mount Afton G.O.A.T.
Fundraising Purpose
- Cause: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention services
- Impact: Personal impact on the Afton AO and broader community
- Beneficiary: Funds raised will be donated to NAMI Cabarrus Rowan Stanly
- Organization: National Alliance on Mental Illness
Challenge Format
- No Commitment: Registration does not require continuous running/rucking for the entire 2 hours.
- Personal Challenge: It’s you vs. you… what you can do!
- Prizes: Will be awarded for the most distance covered in both running and rucking categories.
Post-Event Gathering
- Time: 10am – until…
- Location: The Wine Room in Afton Village
- Offerings: Food and drinks for participants, volunteers, and supporters
- Conclusion of event: Join us as we wrap up the day!
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Jan 15 – 17, 2027.
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