Flat & Fast Rural Hall 5K
Sat, Oct 23, 2027
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Rural Hall, NC
Rural Hall Elementary School
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About this race
19th Annual Rural Hall Race 🏃♂️
5K Run/Walk | 2026 Event
Proceeds Benefit Rural Hall Elementary School ❤️
Join us for this cherished community tradition where every step directly supports students at Rural Hall Elementary School! Whether you’re a competitive runner, a casual walker, or bringing the whole family, this event truly has something for everyone. Register today and support our school!
📅 Race Day Information
Date: Saturday, October 24
5K Start Time: 8:15 AM
Location: Rural Hall Elementary School
275 College Street
Rural Hall, NC 27045
🅿️ Parking available on school property and nearby streets.
☀️ Race will be held rain or shine.
⚠️ COURSE CHANGE – PLEASE READ
Due to NCDOT road construction on Bethania–Rural Hall Road, we are unable to use our previous course.
✅ New Start & Finish Location: Rural Hall Elementary School
🛣️ Course Details
• USATF‑Certified 5K Course for accurate, official results
• Gun Start with Chip Timing for precise race tracking
• Flat, Fast Out‑and‑Back Route along a protected lane of Broad Street
• Runner, Walker, Stroller & Family‑Friendly Layout
• Spectator‑Friendly Course with strong community support
🔔 10K Race Update
A 10K will not be offered in 2026. We plan to revisit the addition of a 10K next year once a suitable route is identified and certified off Broad Street.
📝 Packet Pick-Up & Registration
Early Packet Pick-Up
Thursday, October 22: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Friday, October 23: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location:
AgSouth Farm Credit
340 Bethania-Rural Hall Rd.
Rural Hall, NC 27045
Race Day Packet Pick-Up & Registration
Opens at 6:30 AM at Rural Hall Elementary School
Online and walk-up registration available
Participants registering after October 21 at 6:00 PM must pick up packets on race morning
👕 Race Shirts
• Adults: Hanes Sport™ Cool Dri moisture‑wicking shirts with 50+ UPF sun protection
• Youth: Hanes soft 50/50 cotton/poly blend shirts
🏆 Awards & Prizes
🏅 Olympic‑Style Age Group Medals
Awarded to top finishers in each group:
• Under 10
• 10–14
• 15–19
• 20–24
• 25–29
• 30–34
• 35–39
• 40–44
• 45–49
• 50–54
• 55–59
• 60–64
• 65–69
• 70+
🎃 Halloween Costume Contest
💰 Cash Prizes
• 1st Place: $50
• 2nd Place: $30
• 3rd Place: $20
💧 Water & Finish Line Treats 🍩
• Water station at the halfway point
• Finish‑line refreshments include bottled water, Krispy Kreme doughnuts, chocolate milk, cookies, fruit, Gatorade, and more
🎶 Entertainment & Atmosphere
• Live DJ throughout the event
• Piedmont Cheering Hearts senior squad welcoming runners at the finish
• Award ceremony with photo opportunities
• Spectator‑friendly course with strong community support
🚫 Race Guidelines
• No pets allowed for safety reasons (service animals permitted)
• Cyclists will follow the final runner to ensure a safe finish and timely results 🚴
📞 Questions?
Contact Jim Smith at 336‑406‑1569
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