Cruise the Smokies - Spring Rod Run
The Rod Run features more
than 500 classic and
customized automobiles built
before 1972. The mountains
and miles of surrounding
roads, including the nearby
Blue Ridge Parkway, make for
good driving and amazing
views. Plus, the many
attractions at Cherokee make
the Rod Run fun for the
entire family. Registered
vehicles are eligible for
cash-prize drawings totaling
$15,000. Vehicle
registration is $30 before
the event and $35 at the
door.
Event date(s):
May 16, 2008 to May 18, 2008
Biltmore/Kiwanis 15k/5k Classic
An Extraordinary Race for
Runners of All Abilities!
The race course is run
entirely on the scenic
grounds of Biltmore. Medals
for Top Finishers in 5k/15k
Overall, Masters & Age
Groups. Due to parking
restrictions at Biltmore,
the race will be limited to
the first 950 entrants.
Date:
May 18, 2008
Time:
07:15 AM-10:00 AM
Cost:
15K - $30 until May 3rd, $35
thereafter, 5K - $25 until
May 3rd, $30 thereafter.
Spectator Ticket - $15 until
May 3rd, $20 thereafter.
Details:
Register at Active.com or
visit our website at
http://www.main.nc.us/kiwanis
ca/race, Questions please
contact Ned Cabaniss:
buned@main.nc.us.
Location:
Biltmore
1 Approach Road
Asheville , NC 28803
Lure of the Dragons
Dragon Boat Races and
Festival at the Lake Lure
town park. 28 dragon boat
teams in fun competition to
raise money for five
children's charities in
region. Chinese-made 30-foot
long canoe-like boats deck
out with dragon head, tail
and scales. Team of 10
paddlers, a drummer, and a
steer person race 250
yards.
Event date(s):
Apr 01, 2008 to Jun 01, 2008
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