Biltmore Kiwanis Classic 15k
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Event overview
The Biltmore Kiwanis Classic is scheduled for May 17, 2026, at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. The 2026 edition is the 26th running of the event. The races have taken place on the estate since 1997 and serve as the main fundraiser for the Kiwanis Club of Asheville. Available race distances:
- 15k
- 5k
Race details
Both races start and finish at Antler Hill Village on the Biltmore grounds. Both courses are USATF certified. The 5k takes place fully on the Biltmore grounds and does not cross in front of the Biltmore House. Registration opened September 1, 2025, and closes May 16, 2026, or at sell out; listed entry fees are $80 for the 15k and $60 for the 5k. Registration includes estate entry for race morning via a runners pass, a finisher medal, a t-shirt, a collectible race bib, and professional chip timing. There are five aid stations on course. Runners must leave the estate by 1pm on race day. Non-runner spectator tickets are listed at $25, with a reduced price of $20 for annual pass holders; spectators aged 10 and older must purchase a ticket. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.