The Friends of the Lake 5K Road Race, Walk & Kids’ Fun Run is a charitable event to support the recreation opportunities of Lake Junaluska through the Friends of the Lake program. Profits support the annual maintenance and improvement of the recreation areas so that Lake Junaluska continues to be a place where the community can enjoy the walking trail, gardens and breathtaking vistas. 5K Road Race: 9:00 a.m. 5K Walk: 9:05 a.m. Kids Fun Run (for kids ages 10 and under): 9:45 a.m. Early Registration (by Thursday, March 26): $25 Registration: $30 Students (18 & younger): $15