2026 UNC SHAC 5K

Event Overview

UNC’s SHAC (Student Health Action Coalition) Clinic is the oldest student-run clinic in the nation, helping medically underserved populations in Chapel Hill and surrounding areas. Join us in celebrating the SHAC’s 59th anniversary at the SHAC 5K & Health Fair on Sunday, October 4th!

Participation Details

• Previous Participation: Last year, we had over 150 runners and walkers registered to support UNC's SHAC Clinic and so many amazing sponsors!
• Proceeds: 100% of the proceeds will go towards SHAC’s free health services for our uninsured and underinsured neighbors in Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Durham.
• Support: Whether you sign up for the 5K or donate - your help and support is greatly appreciated!
• Donation Link: If you will not be participating in the event, click here to donate.

Race Information

• Start Time: The 5K starts and finishes at 7:30 am at the UNC Campus Y Courtyard located at 180 E Cameron Ave in Chapel Hill.
• Parking: Free parking is available anywhere on campus. Parking is also available on Franklin Street.
• Entry Fee: The entry fee is $25 if registered by September 10th. Beginning September 11th, the entry fee will increase to $30 up to and including race day.
• T-Shirt: The entry fee includes a t-shirt with sizes guaranteed to all those registered by September 10th. After that date, the shirts will be given out “as available.”

Packet Pickup

Pre-registered entrants can pick up their race packets and late entrants can register beginning at 7 am on race day.

Awards

Prizes will be given to the overall first, second, and third place male and female finishers, as well as to the top non-binary finisher. Prizes will also be awarded to the top finisher in each of the following age groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60 and over.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or comments, you can direct them to SHAC_events@med.unc.edu.