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The Triad GO FAR Community 5K & Fun Run Presented by Novant Health is a race event like no other, designed especially for children and families, to celebrate health and wellness in our local communities. Children from more than 40 Triad schools and clubs train for eight weeks to achieve the ultimate goal of completing this culminating 5K event. Throughout their training, children learn about positive character traits, the goal-setting process, and how to make healthy choices that will last a lifetime.

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Save the Date: November 11th, 2023

Fun Run Start - 8:15 AM
5K Race Start - 9:00 AM

LOCATION

Showplace Courtyard
211 East Commerce Avenue
High Point, NC US 27262

RACE ROUTE: interactive map or printable map

DETAILS ABOUT: Directions & Parking

REGISTRATION FEES

GO FAR 5K (Club Participant)

Early Bird Registration Fee: $25 (Through Oct. 6)
Online Registration Fee: $30 (Oct. 7 - Nov. 7)
Late Registration Fee: $35 (Nov. 8 - Race Day!)
(Late registration will close at 8:00 am on race day. We cannot accept new registrations after that time.)

FUN RUN

Online Registration Fee: $15 (Through Oct. 6)
Late Registration Fee: $20 (Oct. 7 - Race Day!)
(Late registration will close at 8:00 am on race day. We cannot accept new registrations after that time.)

GO FAR 5K (Community Runners)

Early Bird Registration Fee: $30 (Through Oct. 6)
Online Registration Fee: $35 (Oct. 7 - Nov. 7)
Late Registration Fee: $40 (Nov. 8 - Race Day!)
(Late registration will close at 8:00 am on race day. We cannot accept new registrations after that time.)

NOTES: 

• All runners must register in advance and wear assigned bibs during the race. Parents of GO FAR club participants who want to join children on race day must register online. Any runner not wearing a bib will be asked to exit the race course.
• A $2.50 processing fee is included in the registration fees listed above.
• T-shirt sizes are guaranteed only for runners who register before October 7.
• Late registration is available online from Nov 8-11 or onsite from Nov 12 until 8:00 am. For details, see Packet Pick-up below.

PARTICIPANT PERKS

• Scenic courses through downtown High Point
• Loop course for optimal viewing of your child during the race
• Spirited cheer squads lining the course
• High-quality GO FAR cotton t-shirt (when registered by Early Bird Deadline)
• Unique GO FAR finishers medal for 5K runners
• GO FAR finishers token for one-mile fun runners
• Plentiful course support
• Free admission to the race day family festivities

EVENT POLICIES

The majority of our runners are children. The safety of our young runners is the top priority.

• Strollers are welcome but must line up at the back of the final wave to avoid congestion at the start line.
• NO bikes, roller blades or skateboards
• NO pets on the course or within the event area
• All runners must register in advance and wear assigned bibs during the race. Any runner not wearing a bib will be asked to exit the race course.

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REGISTRATION POLICIES

Registration fees are non-refundable. No exceptions.

Once we receive and accept your registration, you will not receive a refund if you cannot participate. Before November 8, you may transfer your race registration to another runner. After November 8, registrations are non-transferable and non-refundable. No exceptions.

Registration Deadlines

• $5 Early Bird Discount available until October 7.
• T-shirt sizes are guaranteed only to runners registered before October 7.
• Space permitting, late registrations will be accepted in person at packet pick-up locations listed below.
• Late registrations will be accepted until 8:00 am on race day. We cannot accept new registrations after that time.

Payment Method

Credit card payment is required for all online registrations. Some GO FAR schools accept payment by check with paper registration. Please check with your GO FAR coach for information.

Race Changes

Switching from the One-Mile Fun Run to the GO FAR 5K - Online Upgrade fee is $15 before November 7. After November 7, race upgrades are no longer available. Upgrade fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. No exceptions. To make last-minute race changes (after Nov 7), simply follow regular race registration and pay the full fee; the difference in last-minute registration fees is non-refundable.

Switching from the GO FAR 5K to One-Mile Fun Run - If you would like to switch from the 5K to One-Mile Fun Run, you do not need to make any changes. The difference in registration fees is non-refundable. Simply show up to the Fun Run start line on race morning.

PACKET PICK-UP AND LATE REGISTRATION

GO FAR Runners

Note to all kids who are training with a GO FAR club at school, YMCA, or similar program AND their families, friends, and school staff: If you register before October 27th and you indicate your club when you register, your coach will pick up your race kit (including t-shirt and race bib) for your convenience. Coaches typically give out race kits at a GO FAR club meeting one week before the race.

If you register on October 27th or after, follow the Community Runner instructions below to pick up your race kit.

Community Runners

Race Kits will be available for pick-up (and if space is available, late registrations will be accepted) at either of the following locations:

Friday, November 10, 3-6 PM pm at
Fleet Feet, 2762 Highway 68 North High Point, NC 27265

OR

Saturday, November 11, 7-8 AM at
Race Day Registration Table

Notes:

• Pre-paid packets must be picked up BEFORE 8:00 am on race day. Packets not claimed by then will be given to last-minute registrations.
• Late registrations will be accepted until 8:00 am on race day. We cannot accept new registrations after that time.
• T-shirts, bibs, and swag are not guaranteed for late registrations or late pick-up.

TRIAD GO FAR RACE RESULTS

After the GO FAR Triad Family Event, runner times will be posted online: RESULTS FROM PAST RACES.
Please visit the GO FAR Facebook page and post your pictures and stories!

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY

GO FAR puts the safety of its participants, spectators, staff, and volunteers first. Dangerous weather conditions pose a unique challenge to an event the size of the Triad GO FAR Race. Therefore we have adopted the following Inclement Weather Policy:

Weather forecasts will be monitored prior to the event, with special attention placed on the possibility of ice, heavy rain, thunder and lightning, high winds, and extreme temperatures (hot or cold). If necessary, families and schools will be made aware of these conditions and possible dangers which could result. Announcements will be posted on the GO FAR website as well as through other means of communication such as Twitter and Facebook.

The Race Director and GO FAR Race Committee, in consultation with High Point law enforcement, Piedmont Triad Ambulance and Rescue, and other officials, will monitor the weather and make a decision if any action will be taken to modify the race. Possible changes include altering the start time or, in extreme situations, cancellation of the event.

• Visible lightning will cause the race to be postponed for a minimum of 30 minutes. Additional sightings will continue to delay the race in 30-minute increments.
• If ice is visible on the race route and is unavoidable, the race personnel, medical team, fire, and police personnel reserve the right to delay, cancel, or suspend the race due to inclement weather.
• If extremely high heat and humidity are predicted, extra water will be provided to runners prior to, during, and after the event. The medical team will be alerted that athletes may require additional medical attention during and after the event due to these conditions. If it is felt that it is unsafe for participants to start the race due to severe temperatures and humidity, the race may be canceled.
• The GO FAR Family Event does not get canceled due to rain.

NOTE: No refunds are given if race is canceled. All proceeds benefit GO FAR Registration Scholarships and Lace Up Scholarships throughout the state.