Right Moves for Youth Twilight 5K
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Event overview
The Right Moves For Youth Twilight 5K Road Race & Walk is scheduled for April 24, 2026, at First Ward Park in Charlotte, NC. This event is presented by Right Moves For Youth and is listed as the 29th Annual Twilight 5K. The race supports RMFY programs that serve about 1,000 students in grades 6-12, operating at 19 middle and high school sites and online groups. The organization’s work includes educational attainment, social and emotional support, career development, and civic leadership, and the event coincides with the organization’s 35th anniversary.
Race details
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- Kids Fun Run
- Phantom Runner
The 5K course begins at First Ward Park, goes toward the Elizabeth area on a mostly flat section, and returns to uptown via 7th Street, which includes an uphill segment. Each registered runner will receive a race shirt and a medal; shirts and medals are distributed first-come, first-served. Registrants must register by April 20 to receive a race t-shirt (adult and youth). Registration fees vary by category; examples from the event listing include a K-12 5K price of $34.09, a Kids Fun Run price of $28.74, and a Phantom Runner option at $50.14. The event typically requires more than 50 volunteers to operate. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.