Communication Counts 5k

On Saturday, March 28, 2026, Charlotte Speech and Hearing Center will host its 7th annual Communication Counts 5k timed race, fun run, and kids dash at McAlpine Creek Park in Charlotte. We will also be bringing back our virtual race option. These events raise critical funds that provide access to superior speech-language and hearing services that empower and transform lives to anyone in need in our community.

5K registrants will receive a timing bib, race t-shirt, and finisher medal. Fun Run participants will receive a t-shirt and finisher medal while supplies last. Timing bibs are reserved for 5K registrants. If you’d like an official race time, be sure to register for the 5K!

Kids Dash participants and Virtual Run registrants will each receive a race t-shirt. We will also be awarding prizes to: 

• 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female
• the Team That Raises The Most
• the Most Spirited Team
• the Largest Team

Click here to view a map of McAlpine Creek Park's course.