MAIN 2 MAIN
Benefiting the Friends of Ecusta Trail
Hendersonville, North Carolina
April 19, 2026
Join us for Main2Main—the first official community event on the Ecusta Trail!
Come out and celebrate this incredible new greenway with your friends, family, and neighbors. Whether you walk, bike or roll, this event is all about gathering as a community and enjoying the trail together. Move at your own pace and soak up the energy that only happens when we show up side by side.
So why “Main2Main”? The name comes from the big vision behind the Ecusta Trail: one day it will connect Main Street in Hendersonville, NC to Main Street in Brevard, NC. Two iconic downtowns linked by one beautiful trail—bringing people, businesses, and communities closer together.
why you'll love this event:
- Celebrate a major milestone—the first official event on the Ecusta Trail
- A commemorative bib showing you participated in the inaugural event
- A free event event shirt (register by the deadline!)
- Grab a Friends of Ecusta Trail sticker and show off your trail pride
- A free local beer (21+) after you finish
- A swag bag full of random goodies from local sponsors and partners
- Choose your favorite way to move—walk, run, bike, roller blade or skate—all are welcome here
- Experience a scenic, car-free trail with music, water stations and fun along the way
- Post-event community party with live music, food trucks, and local beer
- Staggered start times make the trail feel spacious and safe
- All proceeds go to Friends of Ecusta Trail, helping build the full trail dream
The Course
9:00–10:00 AM – Walk / Jog / Run / Strollers
Great for families and early-morning participants. Cyclists may ride slowly (6–8 mph) and yield.
10:00–10:45 AM – Bikes (Morning Ride)
Dedicated time for cyclists before roller users are on the trail.
10:45–11:30 AM – Rollers
Window for rollerblades, roller skates, skateboards, kids on wheels.
11:30 AM–12:15 PM – Walk / Jog / Strollers
A window for the after-church walkers and runners.
12:15–1:00 PM – Bikes (Afternoon Ride)
Second ride window for cyclists arriving late morning or early afternoon.
1:00 PM – Last Trail Entry
No new participants after 1:00 PM so everyone can return by 2:00pm.
Post Event Party!
After you’ve hit the trail, stick around for a laid-back community hang to keep the good vibes rolling. We’ll have live music, tasty food, local brews, and plenty of space to relax and connect with fellow trail-goers. Whether you went one mile or the full 20K, this post-event celebration is all about unwinding, sharing stories, and enjoying the day together.
Support a great cause
By signing up for Main2Main, you’re not just joining a fun, feel-good event—you’re helping move a powerful vision forward. Proceeds from the event support Friends of the Ecusta Trail, a nonprofit that’s been working since 2009 to transform an old rail line into a vibrant, multi-use greenway connecting Hendersonville and Brevard. This organization is deeply rooted in the betterment of our region—bringing people together, promoting healthy lifestyles, and preserving the cultural and natural heritage of Western North Carolina. Every mile on the trail is a testament to years of grassroots advocacy, community support, and a shared belief in a better-connected future.
Learn more at Friends of Ecusta Trail at www.ecustatrail.org.
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