600 East Boulevard, Charlotte NC
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
🏃♂️ Event Overview
- Event: Yiasou Greek Festival 5k and Kids’ 1 miler presented by Novant Health
- Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025
- Location: 600 East Boulevard, Charlotte, NC
- Website: Register Now
🏅 Race Details
- Start Time: 7:30 AM – 5k
- Kids’ Start Time: 8:30 AM – Kids’ 1 mile
- Packet Pick Up: On-Site on Race Day starting at 6:30 AM
- Off-Site Pickup: Midtown, Piper Glen, University locations on August 23
📋 About the Course
- Course: Flattest, fastest 5k in Charlotte
- Start/Finish: Along East Boulevard near Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral
- Map: Provided at the event
- Timing: Chip-timed with ChronoTrack equipment
🎽 Participants Benefits
- T-Shirts & Medals: Guaranteed for the first 800 registered
- Age Group Divisions: Various categories including overall and masters
- Awards: Top 3 males and females in all divisions
- Post-Event Ceremony: Approximately 30 minutes after the first finisher
⏳ Important Policies
- Refunds: Non-refundable and non-transferable
- Time Limit: 1 hour for the 5k
- Dog Policy: Dogs are not allowed on the course
- Strollers: Allowed, separate start time may be given
🚑 Health & Safety
- Medical Services: Provided by Novant Health
- Water Stops: One available at approximately 1.5-mile mark
- Porta-Potties: Located at the start/finish area
- Inclement Weather: Held rain or shine unless unsafe
Starting Line Map
Suggested Races
