Yiasou Greek Festival 5K

The Yiasou Greek Festival 5K, presented by Novant Health, is held in Charlotte, North Carolina, at 600 East Boulevard. Scheduled for August 23, 2025, this event features a flat and fast 5K course through the historic Dilworth neighborhood, making it one of Charlotte's quickest races. The festival includes a standard 5K, a 5K for K-12 participants, and a Kid's Kilo (1-mile) race.

The race starts and finishes near the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, with chip timing and awards for various age groups. Participants receive a T-shirt and finisher medal (for the first 800 registrants). The event fosters a festive atmosphere celebrating Greek culture and community spirit. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.