Expo powered by OrthoCarolina

Our partnership with OrthoCarolina

OrthoCarolina is one of the nation’s leading independent orthopedic practices, proudly serving communities across North and South Carolina since 1922. From injury prevention to advanced surgical treatment, OrthoCarolina supports movement at every stage and level. With specialized expertise across sports medicine, foot and ankle, hip and knee, shoulder and elbow, spine, hand, and pediatric orthopedics, our more than 300 practitioners care for over one million patient visits each year throughout the Carolinas.

Our partnership is rooted in a shared belief in the power of health, athletics, and motion to unlock potential and build stronger communities. Together, we champion safe movement, peak performance, and lifelong wellness, helping athletes move past the starting line and keep chasing what’s next.

Pick up your race packet

The 2026 Expo powered by OrthoCarolina will be at the Bojangles BOPlex just outside of Uptown Charlotte! Our expo is where you pick up your race packet including your official ATC10K shirt, your race bib, a cold beer, and goodies from a lot of local companies. We’ll also have a pop-up shop with Charlotte Running Company including all of your favorite ATC10K gear to keep you CLT themed throughout the year.

When: Saturday, September 5th – 9:30AM – 3:30PM
Location: Bojangles BOplex
Address: 2700 E. Independence Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28205

Don’t forget to check out our full race weekend schedule!

Shake Out Run with Mad Miles – 8:30am

It’s time to stretch the legs out before the big day! Join us at 8:30am on Saturday, September 5th in front of Bojangles Coliseum to run with Mad Miles. We’ll be kicking off the expo and the day’s festivities with a celebration of all things Charlotte running on a go at your own pace loop around the expo facility with 1 and 2 mile options. This group does an amazing job of stretching you beforehand, welcoming every pace, and a little yoga afterwards. Next up, it’s time to head into the expo where we’ll be opening at 9:30am!

Yoga for Runners – 10:15am

Let’s take 30-45 minutes to shake it out, breathe it in, and move our bodies to some upbeat music while prepping for the run ahead. We’re excited to work with Brittany Hill to help get you centered, mobile, and most of all, connected. Get ready to flow while getting to know other runners enjoying their practice before they shutdown a highway. Most importantly, know that this is free and open to all because yoga is for every body.

Kid’s Run – 11:00am

The Kids’ Run will start and finish in front of Bojangles Coliseum, however we’re still working out the details for the 2026 edition! This 9 and under jaunt around the facility is thee kickoff to a weekend of running.

Commuting / Public Transportation

Thanks to CATS once again, we’re excited to offer you free light rail and bus passes for race weekend to get to around the Queen City! The expo is located near 2 bus stops along Monroe Road to make the commute easy. If you do need to drive, there are large surface lots surrounding the Bojangles Coliseum

The Start Line is just 2 blocks from the 3rd St./Convention Center stop or the Brooklyn Village stop on the light rail that cuts through Charlotte. You can also car pool or bike to keep it sustainable and make the day even easier!

Expo vendors

The 2026 Expo will be a fun and informative event with a focus on the Charlotte active, outdoor community; local non-profits; sports medicine and fitness programs; the latest in fitness clothing, shoes and training aids; and a variety of other run related products and services.

Vendor booths will be limited so reserve your space soon. For more information, contact us at expo@aroundthecrown10k.com.