Little Carolina Trail Fest

We're heading south—Cleveland-style—for the Little Carolina run on June 20th! While we’re not making the trip to the real Carolinas, we are bringing the southern vibes to the Cleveland Metroparks with this fun, summer evening race. How This Event Works 🏃‍♂️ This event features a 5K loop!. During registration, participants choose which distance they want to accomplish on race dayAt the finish line, participants will receive a finisher medal and a distance button to adhere to their ribbon to commemorate the distance they accomplishedHiking, Rucking, Walking, Running, and any speed is allowed. After the race, stick around for a lively afterparty featuring live bluegrass music and a beer garden to toast your miles. The loops and start/finish will pass amongst the festivities for an atmosphere you won't want to miss Event Timeline 4:30 PM |  Packet Pick-Up begins5:00 PM | Shuttle service begins at Frostville Museum6:00 PM | Race starts, beer garden opens, and live music kicks off8:35 PM | Runners must have started the final loop9:00 PM | Event concludes and sweep of the course for final runners Course Map: Little Carolina 5K Loop on Strava Participant Swag and Perks Custom finisher medal + distance pinCustom race shirt Opt out for some added savings Chip-timed race on one of our favorite courses with some southern charmBeer garden, with the first beverage on usLive bluegrass music And a summer evening race you do not want to miss. All paces from hikers to runners are welcome. Fest Entry ticket Join the festivities without setting a foot on the trail! Beer garden with the first beverage on usLive bluegrass music Lace up and join us for an evening of miles, music, and good vibes! Rain/Inclement Weather Plan: In the case of bad weather, the race will happen. We will adjust the live music as necessary, but will not be canceling unless severe weather.