FAQ
Can I register on race day?
Yes, but for the best prices register today!
Where does the entry fee go?
Once we pay for our race expenses, 100% of all monies netted go towards programs that support the children in our community, like swim lessons, youth sports, before & after school care, summer camp and more!
When and where is Packet Pick-up?
Packet pick up will be Friday, December 6, 2024 from 12:00-7:00pm in the upstairs basketball gym at the William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA at 775 West End Blvd., Winston-Salem, NC 27101. We will have very limited packet pick up race morning from 6:15-7:15am. Participants are encouraged to pick up their runner's bag on Friday to avoid being late for their race.
Can my friend pick my packet up for me?
Yes! Please make sure your friend knows if you are running the Fun Run, 5K or Half Marathon.
Can I pick my packet up early?
No. Please wait until 12:00pm on Friday afternoon.
What is included in the race packet?
Your race shirt, race bib, special offers from race sponsors and other information will be included when you pick up your packet in- person. Half marathon and 5K finishers will receive their Finisher's Medal at the finish line. And new for this year: All of our Fun Run participants will receive a Finisher's Ribbon at the finish line, too!
Where is the start and finish line?
The start and finish lines are on Sunset Blvd across from the main entrance to the William G White Jr Family YMCA.
Will you have Gear Check?
Yes! Our Presenting Sponsor, Bell Davis & Pitt hosts our Gear Check in the lobby of the William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA. Gear Check will open at 6:30am and close at 11:30am on race morning.
Do you offer childcare while I run?
Yes! We will offer complimentary Child Care inside of our Y for race participants. Child Care is available for children 6 weeks to 12 years old. Child Care will open at 7:15am and close at 11:30am on race morning. Registration is recommended to guarantee your child's spot. Click the Childcare tab under Race Day to register!
Can I volunteer?
Yes! We love volunteers! Please click our Volunteer tab under Participate or contact mistletoe@ymcanwnc.org. If you are interested in volunteering as a team, please let us know!
Can I cheer participants on from the course?
Yes! We love when the community comes out to support our runners. You are welcome to find a spot along the course route to cheer our participants on. If you are a musician or dance or cheer squad please contact us at mistletoe@ymcanwnc.org for more information.
I'm interested in being a sponsor.
Great! Please contact our race director at mistletoe@ymcanwnc.org for more information.
I'm interested in being a vendor.
Great! Please contact our race director at mistletoe@ymcanwnc.org for more information.
Are there awards?
Yes! Awards will be given out after each race. No duplicate awards will be given. Sorry, we do not ship or hold awards. Age group winners must be present at the awards ceremony to receive their award unless a prior conversation is had with the race director. You can view more award information on our Awards tab under Race Day.
Do you allow dogs?
No. While we love our dogs as much as you do, we are a dog-free event.
Do you allow strollers?
Yes. Please be mindful of our more competitive runners and allow them to be closest to the Starting Line.
Can I walk the race?
Yes! We have LOTS of walkers every year. We do have a 4 hour time limit for the Half Marathon due to permit rules.
What is your cancellation policy?
Due to the fundraising nature of the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina's Annual Impact Fund events, entries are non-refundable and cannot be transferred from person to person. If you need to change the race distance you registered for (for example if you registered for the half marathon but would like to compete in the 5K instead) please click here for instructions. In the event the race should be canceled for reasons beyond the control of the Race Director or Race Committee (inclement weather or unsafe weather conditions; local, state or national emergency), refunds will not be made, but race packets, including race shirts, will be available for pick up at a location to be determined. Race shirts will not be able to be shipped.
