PRE-EVENT RUNNER INFORMATION
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Welcome to the 18th Annual
Biltmore/Kiwanis 15k/5k Classic Races
We are excited to be back once again at Biltmore Estate for this extraordinary race for runners of all abilities, and hope you are ready to be part of another year of Biltmore/Kiwanis 15k/5k Classic event history! Please take a moment to read through this email and revisit the event web page to get up to date on the latest race information.Again, welcome to Biltmore Estate and the Biltmore/Kiwanis 15k/5k!We look forward to seeing you this weekend!
Daphne Kirkwood,
Race Director
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When runners participate in the race, they are not only competing for medals, but also are helping to fund the Kiwanis Children's Charities which supports several local youth programs.
Race Details: Both races are the same as in previous years and are run entirely on the scenic grounds of Biltmore estate. The 15K begins at the Winery, climbs to the Deerpark Restaurant then descends and climbs along the main road to Biltmore House where runners will loop in front of the massive main entrance doors of the house. Runners next enter the Walled Garden, pass by the Azalea Garden and lagoon along the French Broad River, and then finish by returning to the Winery. The first half of the course has two challenging hills, while the second half is down hill to flat terrain. The 5K course will be a flat, out and back course starting at the Winery and paralleling the French Broad River.
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Race Schedule of Events:
Saturday, May 16th, 2015:
- 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Packet Pick-up at DoubleTree Hotel in Biltmore Village. (You are strongly encouraged to pick up your packet prior to race morning to avoid delays.)
- Spectator tickets may be purchased from 1-5pm on Saturday at packet pickup at DoubleTree Hotel.
Sunday Race Day, Sunday, May 17th:
- 5:15 a.m.– 6:00 a.m. Packet pick-up at DoubleTree Hotel.
- 5:30 a.m.– 6:30 a.m. Entry to Biltmore
- 6:00 a.m. Spectator tickets available for purchase at the Group Sales Office (at the entrance of Biltmore Estate)
- 6:00 a.m. Creamery open in Biltmore’s Antler Hill Village selling coffee and selection of breakfast items
- 7:05 a.m. Welcome and line-up — starting line adjacent to the Biltmore Winery
- 7:10 a.m. Final race instructions
- 7:15 a.m. 15K Official Race Start
- 7:20 a.m. 5K Official Race Start
- 8:45 a.m. 5K Awards Ceremony Food Tent Area, 15K Awards Ceremony will follow
- 9:45 a.m. All runners must be off the course
Race Day Tips: The 15K race will start promptly at 7:15 A.M. and the 5K race at 7:20 A.M. Runners may enter Biltmore grounds at 5:30 A.M. and must be on the property by 6:30 A.M. to run. Expect a line of cars at the Biltmore entry gate. Allow a minimum of 15 minutes to get from the Biltmore entrance to the parking lots, as traffic to the Winery area will be heaviest and slowest as race time approaches. Runners and spectators are encouraged to carpool. In order to speed up the process of flow into Biltmore Estate, everyone in your car needs to have their Biltmore estate ticket IN HAND until you have parked. This ticket may be checked multiple times on the estate.
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MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
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Spectator and Race Tickets:
Spectator viewing is limited to the start/finish area, which is next to Antler Hill Village. Spectators are required to purchase a ticket to enter the Estate, available at packet pick-up or through the Biltmore representative at DoubleTree on Saturday from 1—5 p.m., and on Sunday morning starting at 5 a.m. from the Group Sales Office at the front entrance of the Estate, for $23 +tax (per person) or $18 + tax for Biltmore Annual Passholders. It costs only $29 + tax to upgrade entry tickets for all day pass and House access or $69 +tax to upgrade your ticket to a 12-month pass. Any child of a spectator between the ages of 10-16 will pay the regular spectator ticket rate of $23 +tax and children age 9 and younger accompanied by their paying parent will be admitted free. Race tickets and Spectator tickets are non-refundable. Unless upgraded, your race/spectator ticket is valid only for the race course and Antler Hill Village areas until 1:00 p.m. only. It cannot be used to access the Biltmore House & Gardens or other areas of the property. Visit the Estate’s Reception & Ticket Center or the guest service station at Antler Hill Village to upgrade your ticket on race day.
 Race photos:
New this year… Race Photos will be taken by Paul Jackson Photography at Biltmore Estate on the day of the event. Show your appreciation for his photographic efforts and skills by purchasing a few prints after the race, and have professionally captured memories to last you a lifetime!
Water Stations:
There are five water stations on the 15k course and one water station on the 5k course serving water only.
Shuttles:
There are no shuttles to/from the race on race day.
More FAQ + event maps can be found on the race website and up-to-date information is on our race Facebook page. |
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INVITE FRIENDS & FAMILY TO JOIN YOU AT THE RACES THIS WEEKEND!
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Reminder: WE HAVE A FEW 15k and 5k SPOTS in both of the races. Invite your friends and family to run with you on the estate. They can sign up at packet pick-up on Saturday! If you would like to switch between the 15k and 5k events, you can do this at DoubleTree Hotel on Saturday.
OPPORTUNTIES TO VOLUNTEER:
Volunteers are the backbone of a terrific event experience. There are many opportunities for volunteering at the event, whether you’re a racer, spectator, or just curious and helpful! Sign up to donate 1 – 2 hours of your time helping to make the event run smoothly by counting laps, helping at registration, and other useful tasks. All volunteers will receive yummy food and will get to enjoy in all the event festivities. It’s easy to sign up, just click, enter your email for confirmation, and choose your spot!
VOLUNTEERSPOT RESPECTS YOUR PRIVACY AND WILL NOT SHARE YOUR INFORMATION. If you prefer not to use your email address, or have trouble signing up, please contact us to sign up manually.
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WE COULDN'T DO THIS WITHOUT HELP!
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YOU CAN STILL CLAIM THE CROWN
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The Biltmore 15K/ 5K Classic Races are part of the Royal Trifecta!
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YOU MIGHT LIKE THE ASHEVILLE DU:
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3rd Annual Asheville Duathlon + 10k Trail Run + Du 4 Kids + Inaugural Gravel Grinder Bike Race!
Returning Sunday, September 13th, 2015
The event limited to only 750 participants for all the races. Sign up as an individual, or a 2 or 3 person relay team. Early registration is encouraged to reserve a spot. |
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