201 Soccer Park Drive, Cary NC
Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Color, Run & Celebrate! St. Paul 5K and Fun Day
Presented by St. Paul American Coptic Orthodox Church
1-Mile Color Run
Sponsored by Alpha Pita
Event Overview
Lace up with His Grace Bishop Peter, Father Angelos Bishara, and Town of Apex Mayor Jacques Gilbert for a fun, festive, and community-first 5K Run/Walk, 1 mile Color Run (Ages 5+), and Family Fun Day. The event is open to all levels whether you’re a seasoned runner or just out for a spirited stroll.
Event Highlights for Runners Include:
- 5K Run/Walk: with T-Shirt, Medal, and Post Run Refreshments - Presented by St. Paul American Coptic Orthodox Church
- 1 Mile Color Run: (Ages 5+) with T-Shirt and Post Run Refreshments (staggered after the 5K Run/Walk) - Sponsored by Alpha Pita
- Complementary Stretch: pre- or post-run stretch by Stretch Zone Apex
- Gift Cards: Dick’s Sporting Goods gift cards for fastest male and female runner by age bracket
Event Highlights for Family Fun Day:
- Local Food Trucks: Enjoy delicious food from local food trucks
- Bouncy Houses: Bounce and play in bouncy houses
- Face Painting: Get your face painted
- Yard Games: Play exciting yard games and join the volleyball competition
When & Where
- Meet-Up: WakeMed Cross Country Course
- Date: October 10th
- Check-In/Registration: 8:00 am
- Race Start: 9:00 am
Registration Information
5K Ticket Bonus: All 5K registrations include optional 1 mile color run.
Register by September 30 to guarantee your event T-shirt.
Support for St. Paul’s Mission
Every step supports St. Paul’s American Coptic Orthodox Church to be a mission to be a community-forward church and build a church in Apex, NC.
Contact and More Information
“...having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief cornerstone... in whom you also are being built together for a dwelling place of God in the Spirit.” Ephesians 2:20–22
Please visit St. Paul ACOC to learn more about our church
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