Run for Shindig on the Green

The Folk Heritage Committee is excited to announce the first ever "Run for Shindig on the Green," a fun and healthy way to help support Shindig, featuring a 5K Race and Fun Walk/Run.

The event takes place Saturday, June 30, 2012 at Carrier Park with the Fun Walk/Run beginning at 9:00 a.m. and the 5K race at 10:00 a.m. The "Run for Shindig on the Green" event kicks off the 46th season of Shindig and is a key element in securing necessary funding for the free and beloved Shindig on the Green summer Saturday evenings.

Two overall winners will be recognized at this year's first Shindig on the Green, on the evening of June 30th, and all race participants are encouraged to attend. The overall male and female winners of the 5K will each receive a beautiful mug featuring the Folk Heritage Committee logo and handcrafted by Mangum Pottery in Weaverville, NC.

Details at a Glance:

"Run for Shindig on the Green" 5K Race and Fun Walk/Run

Saturday, June 30th

Carrier Park in Asheville, NC

Fun Walk/Run - 9:00 a.m.

5K Race - 10:00 a.m.

Pre-registration available online until June 9th

T-shirts available for pre-registered participants only

(No T-shirts available for race-day registrants)

Carrier Park is at the intersection of Amboy Road and Michigan Avenue in West Asheville

From I-240 East: Take Exit 1C

From I-240 West: Take Exit 1B. Take a left at the light and your next left after that, back onto I-240 East. Stay on the ramp to take Exit 1C onto Amboy Road. Carrier Park will be on the right after about .25 miles.

Parking: Parking is limited to 280 spaces at Carrier Park so please carpool if possible.