Join us for the 6th Annual Falafel 5k run! 

                                                        Register Here

Whether you are a seasoned runner, first timer, walker, or cheerer - come be a part of this great event! 

All registered runners will receive a race gift, coupon for a Falafel sandwich at Celebration Israel (which begins at 11:00 am at Congregation Beth Israel on Murdock Street), and additional promotions from the race sponsors.  Prizes will be awarded in all age groups.  The course winds through gorgeous Norwood Park Neighborhood and is an Open course with Asheville Police and volunteers to keep you safe. The Falafel 5k is part of the Asheville Track Club Grand Prix series.

To register for the race click here.

Race packet pick up will be held on Friday April 19th from 4:00-6:00pm at the Asheville JCC and Sunday morning beginning at 8:00am.

ALL proceeds from this event benefit the Children's Scholarship fund at the JCC which provides financial support to families in need of assistance for afterschool care, camp and early childhood education.

To volunteer to help out on race day CLICK HERE or to become a sponsor of the Falafel 5K contact Rochelle Reich at rochelle@jcc-asheville.org.

The 2013 5k is presented by Mission Hospital Foundation.

Click here to learn about our "My First Marathon" Program (or "My Next Marathon" for those of you who did it last year!) 

Prize Sponsors  

Running Shoe and Kid's Fun Run Sponsors

Moral Support Sponsors
 Asheville Podiatry Associates, Wholesale Glass & Mirror,
Alan H Shaw Company, First Citizens Bank