HEARTest Yard + Showmars 5K

🏃‍♂️ We're back and better than ever in 2025!

With great privilege, the HEARTest Yard and Showmars Restaurants join forces to host the ninth annual HEARTest Yard + Showmars 5K presented by LifeShare Carolinas! With a like-minded mission to support Levine Children’s Hospital, we’ve teamed up to maximize our impact and fundraising potential to meet the needs of and care for as many children affected by congenital heart diseases and disorders as possible.

📅 Event Details

• When: May 10, 2025
  8:00 AM - 5K
  9:15 AM - Kids' Fun Run
• Where: Atrium Health Myers Park
  1350 S. Kings Dr, Charlotte, NC US 28207

🎉 Pre-Race Activities

With pre-race activities (day-of registration, packet pick-up, announcements, etc.), join Greg Olsen and his family at the HEARTest Yard + Showmars 5K presented by LifeShare Carolinas start line upon completion of the pre-race program. Run or walk the scenic streets of the Queen City. After the race stick around and join us at a post-race celebration that will include comments from Greg Olsen, a complimentary Kid’s Fun Run, refreshments, music, inflatables and more.

💰 FUNdraising Challenge

Put the FUN in FUNdraising! The HEARTest Yard + Showmars 5K presented by LifeShare Carolinas challenges YOU to commit to FUNdraising $100 on behalf of yourself or your team.

• Incentive: Each participant that raises a minimum of $100 will receive a complimentary, limited edition t-shirt!
• Swag: Capture more Halve a Heart swag and even a Meet & Greet with Greg Olsen.
• Learn More: Click here for details.

🥞 Breakfast with Greg Olsen!

With an $88 donation to Levine Children’s Hospital, you’ll sit down with Greg, where you can chat about his vision behind The HEARTest Yard, his time in the NFL, his life in Charlotte, and his new career covering the NFL as an analyst and commentator.

Due to the format of the event, space is limited, so it’s essential that you RSVP today if you want to meet Greg. CLICK HERE TO RSVP!

🏅 Kids' Run

As part of our post-race celebrations, we’re inviting all the kiddos 12 and under to join in on the Fun Run! Registration is not required — just bring your running shoes and a big smile. Kids will have the chance to take a lap (or two, or three!) around the parking lot, crossing the finish line with pride, depending on their age and energy level. Every little runner will receive a goodie bag to celebrate their awesome effort. It’s all about having fun and making memories, so come join the race day excitement!

* The kids' run does not include a shirt.

💵 Registration Fees

Distance	Early Bird Registration (ends 3/16)	Regular Registration (after 3/16)
5K	$30	$35

Register now!

For more information, visit our event page at HEARTest Yard + Showmars 5K.