Hawg Run

The Hawg Run is a 5K run/walk event held in Lexington, North Carolina, celebrating the 40th Annual Barbecue Festival and Barbecue Month. The race starts at the J. Smith Young YMCA and follows a course through local neighborhoods to Grimes Park before returning to the YMCA.

Proceeds from the event support scholarships for after-school programs, summer camps, youth sports, swim lessons, and YMCA memberships for children and families in need. Participants who register before the deadline receive an official Hawg Run T-shirt. The event offers online registration and same-day sign-up, with parking available nearby, though limited due to the festival. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.