Breaking Barriers 5k Fundraiser
Updated
Saturday, November 21, 2026, first start 8:00 AM, in Charlotte (8711 Monroe Road). Distances: 5K. Entry from $45.
Course and race notes
A Giving Heart Project (AGHP) is proud to announce our inaugural Breaking Barriers 5k Fundraiser!
AGHP is a Charlotte based nonprofit organization committed to eliminating barriers for those in need. We amplify our work through three programs: Heart for the Homeless, Heart for the Community, and Heart for the Youth.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, November 21
2026 · in 14 days
Start time
8:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$45
Plus the platform's processing fee
No price increase published
Registration
Closing soon
Online signup closes Sat Nov 21 (in 14 days)
Opened Jun 15, 2026
Race day in Charlotte
Weather
61° / 38°F
Typical high and low for November 21, with a 28% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Monroe Airport, NC (11.7 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:03 AM – 5:15 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday. The first start is 57 minutes after sunrise.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
- Cross Country Parking Lot0.2 mi
10 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi.
Places to eat
- Captain Steve's restaurant0.1 mi
- Chamos Grill restaurant0.3 mi
Nearest public restroom: under 0.1 mi from the start.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Nov 20
Where to stay
8 within 3 mi21 within 5 mi
Hotel
Hotel 1 of 5: InTown Suites Extended Stay
About 22 min walk1.1 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 2 of 5: Fairfield Inn & Suites
About 23 min walk1.1 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 3 of 5: Best Western Plus
About 23 min walk1.2 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 4 of 5: InTown Suites
About 6 min drive1.9 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 5 of 5: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte Southeast - Matthews
About 6 min drive1.9 mi from the start
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Hotels on the map
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