"Perennial" is a time based (vs distance based) running event with 3Hr, 6Hr and 10hr options and is the perfect opportunity to hit your distance or duration PR with minimal elevation on a lap based course. Each 5Kish loop, along beautiful waterfront trails on the grounds of Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, will add up to reach your goal and snag escalating distance prizes.

​Test yourself physically and mentally, while collecting prizes and supporting small business and local environmental non-profits just minutes from Charlotte, NC ... not a bad way to spend a day running through the woods with your trail family!

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Lots and lots of running, friends, beer and good vibes

• Limited to the first 150 registrants (50 each = 3Hr/6Hr/10Hr)

• Event Venue = Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden Event Reg includes FREE entry to the Garden
  

• 5Kish looped course (95% trails and crushed gravel)Always close to aid/drop bags
  

• You determine your own pace and distance​

• Perfect setting for distance and/or time PR's and family support

• Tons of sponsor freebies, giveaways, and discounts

• Prizes for the top 3 Overall M/F in each time categories

• EVERYONE is eligible to collect more prizes the farther you runHalf Marathon = Prize TBD
  Full Marathon = Prize TBD
  50 Miles = Prize TBD
  

• Event Beneficiary = Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden

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WHAT DO I GET FOR MY REGISTRATION?

• Running community gathering and party with friends & family

• A chance to test yourself physically and mentally

• Custom Perennial Shirt from Recover BrandsLocally sourced and made from 100% recycled materials
  ​Only guaranteed to those who sign up by 1/1/25
  

• Custom Perennial souvenir race bib

• Opportunity to collect tons of prizes at escalating distances

• Giveaways, raffle items and discounts from our partners​Black Coffee Roasting Co, DeFeet, Recover, etc
  

• Spacious Race HQ with Aid Station at the Start/Finish of each lap

• Sierra Nevada beer specials at Race HQ (aka: The Garden's "Trailhead") ​

• Increased stoke for supporting your local Running community

• Financial support for local Non-Profit organizations​

DETAILS:

• Start Time: 10Hr = 7:00am - 6Hr = 8:30am - 3Hr = 10:00am

• End Time: 10Hr = 5:00pm - 6Hr = 2:30pm - 3Hr = 1:00pm

• Course Map: HERE​

• Eager Beaver Reg: $50/$65/$80 (through 9/30/24 or first 50)​​

• Regular Reg: $60/$75/$90 (through 2/8/25)

• Last Call Reg: $70/$85/$100 (through 3/5/25 ... if available)

• Day of Reg: $80/$95/$110 (if available)

• Last Call Reg: $65/$80/$95 (through = 1/11/24)

• Day of Reg: $75/$90/$105 (if available)