Impact 2025
4 Races, 52 Group Runs
Running moves us to find our people, pursue health, and push beyond what we once considered impossible. Also, some of us are just in it for the snacks. Check out our Calendar for Run828 events and opportunities to join in on the fun in your backyard.
1000's more miles of memories made
Whether you crossed the finish line at The Hellbender 100, made a donation to a local organization, worked on a trail, volunteered at a race, or just showed up to a group run. Thank you for being a part of this community. If you'd like to learn more about Run828's work to connect and empower runners and would be runners in Western NC, check out our About Page.
$16,000 Donated
Run828 supports WNC Nature Center, Mountain Heritage High School Cross Country Team, McDowell County Schools Cross Country and Track Teams, NC High Peaks, G5 Trail Collective, Old Fort Strong, Fernleaf Community School, Montreat Conference Center, and Girls on the Run. Please consider supporting the mission with a donation or by supporting another organization in the region with your money or time. You can find some of these on the Calendar page.
Over 1,400 volunteer hours
Promote the sport | Advocate for the trails | Encourage youth running
Led by a dedicated group of runners in Western North Carolina.