Dilworth Jubilee 8K and Fun Run

RACE IS CANCELED

Dear Runners,

It is with great disappointment that I must inform you of the Cancellation of the 2010 Dilworth Jubilee 8K and 1 Mile Fun Run. Our registration numbers have not reached the critical mass that was needed for us to be able to present the race this year. However, the Dilworth Jubilee Festival itself is NOT being canceled and will be held as scheduled beginning at 10am on October 16th.

The idea to revive the race came to light in just the last couple of months. It was our hope that even with the short notice, we'd still be able to generate enough interest based off the historical nature of the event, cooler temperatures, and the Dilworth Jubilee Festival itself. Unfortunately, due to the lack of participant interest and an increase in some of the race expenses, we will not be able to present the race this year.

That said, it is our intention, both the Charlotte Running Co. and the Dilworth Community Development Association, to revive this race and with more timely planning and notice, be able to present the Dilworth Jubilee 8K and Fun Run in 2011.

If you registered online, you will be sent a reimbursement check in the mail. If you mailed in your registration, your check will be returned to you. If you would like to remain registered for the event in 2011, please send an email to info@charlotterunning.com and we will transfer your registration to next year's event. Please do so by 10/13/2010. Reimbursement checks will be sent out on 10/14/2010.

We are both sorry and disappointed that the event is not going to take place this year, and we appreciate your understanding.

If you have any questions or concerns, please email me at info@charlotterunning.com

Thank you,

Scott Dvorak
Race Director
Dilworth Jubilee 8K

Welcome to Charlotte's Oldest Road Race!

Women's Course Record Holder - Joan Nesbit on her way to winning the Dilworth Jubilee 8K in 1984

For 35 years, runners have taken to the streets of Charlotte's Historical Dilworth Community for the Dilworth Jubilee 8K. Held in conjunction with the Dilworth Jubilee Festival, which showcases Charlotte's Dilworth Community, the Dilworth Jubilee 8K is Charlotte's Oldest Road Race.

Over it’s 35 year history the race has played host to some of the Nation’s fastest distance runners, including Olympians Craig Virgin and Joan Nesbit.

There will be a FREE fun run offered which will include 1 lap (1 Mile) around Latta Park. Please check back on the time as it is yet to be determined.

Pictured Right: Women's Course Record Holder - Joan Nesbit on her way to winning the Dilworth Jubilee 8K in 1984

Course Record Challenge: This year the Charlotte Running Company will offer $500 to any Male or Female who can break the respective course record in their Overall Classification. Men's Record is 23:29 set in 1997 by Scott Dvorak. Women's Record is 27:06 set by Joan Nesbit in 1984.

Race Start Time: 8:00am on Berkeley Ave.

Registration and Packet Pick-Up Locations:

In Person Registration prior to October 15th - Either location of the Charlotte Running Co.

Registration and Packet Pick-up on October 15th, 10am to 7pm - Charlotte Running Co. - Dilworth, 1412 East Blvd., Ste. G, Charlotte, NC 28203

Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-up on October 16th, 6:30am to 7:45am - Latta Park Pavilion on E. Park Ave. Race Starts on Berkeley Ave.

Entry Fee is $23 before 10/9/2010, $25 prior to 10/15/2010, and $30 on Race Day and does not guarantee a Race T-shirt.

For More Information Contact:

Scott Dvorak, Charlotte Running Co. - 704.377.8786
Email: charlotterunning@bellsouth.net