Brooks South XC Championships
Updated
Saturday, November 28, 2026, first start 8:30 AM, in Charlotte (8711 Monroe Rd). Distances: 3K, 5K. Entry from $60; the 5K goes from $60 to $70 after November 22.
Course and race notes
South Championships Race Date: Saturday November 28, 2026.
Welcome to the Brooks South XC Championships Presented by Fleet Feet! Witness the toughest high school runners put it all on the line for a shot at qualifying for the Brooks XC National Championships in San Diego.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, November 28
2026 · in 21 days
Start time
8:30 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Trail
Dirt or single-track on at least part of the course
Distances
3K5K
Price
$60
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Sun Nov 22 (in 15 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Nov 28 (in 21 days)
Opened Jun 6, 2026
Race day in Charlotte
Weather
59° / 37°F
Typical high and low for November 28, with a 29% 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
7:10 AM – 5:12 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
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 27
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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