# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Ascent at Mountain Air
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Mountain Air and Glory Hound Events are excited to welcome everyone to the 10th anniversary of the Ascent on Mountain Air 5K on the evening of Saturday, September 19, 2026.  This 5K road race climbs 1,800 feet, from the community’s main gate near Burnsville to the private air strip on the top.  At 4,600 feet elevation, this is the most spectacular finish line in Western North Carolina.

2026 Race Date: Saturday, September 19 – 5:00 PM

Registration:

Online registration will open Friday, May 1 and close at 9:00 PM on Thursday, September 17.  We will have walk-up registration on race day.

Beneficiary:

All proceeds from this year’s event benefit the Mountain Air Community Fund.

Location

Mountain Air is located off of Highway 19E in Burnsville just 45 minutes from Asheville and one hour from Johnson City.

https://gloryhoundevents.com/event/the-ascent-at-mountain-air-5k/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/burnsville/the-ascent-at-mountain-air/200030041751256
- **Event Categories**: sports, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 22

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Burnsville
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Mountain Air Dr, Burnsville, NC 28714, United States
- **lat**: 35.88115
- **long**: -82.35013
- **full address**: Mountain Air Dr, Burnsville, NC 28714, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Ascent at Mountain Air being held?
  - **A:** The Ascent at Mountain Air takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Mountain Air Dr, Burnsville, NC 28714, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Ascent at Mountain Air?
  - **A:** The Ascent at Mountain Air is organized by Glory Hound Events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Ascent at Mountain Air is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Burnsville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The Ascent at Mountain Air sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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