This Hickory, NC series features five 5K races throughout 2026: the Easter Egg Scramble 5K on the Riverwalk Trail (March 28), the Aviation 5K at Winkler Park (May 23), the Lightning Bug Boogie night trail run at City Park (August 14), the Ruff, Ruff, Run dog-friendly 5K (September 26), and the Hickory Trick or Trot 5K (October 31). If you're running the full series, keep your bib number for all races—you'll pay a $5 fee if you lose or forget it. Custom t-shirts are included with advanced registration for each event.