In 42 days · Sat, Oct 31, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 31st, 2026
Where
406 McDonald Avenue, Hamlet NC
Distance
5K
Typical weather
51–70°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
45–65°F
dry
2024
55–77°F
dry
2023
48–66°F
dry
2022
53–72°F
rain
2021
49–70°F
dry
2020
48–60°F
dry
2019
65–83°F
rain
2018
44–70°F
dry
2017
44–68°F
dry
2016
59–75°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Event: 42nd Annual Seaboard Festival 5K
- Date: 2026-10-31
- Location: 406 McDonald Avenue, Hamlet, NC
- Website: Visit here for more details
Course Details
- Themed Course: Historic Seaboard Railroad themed 5K
- Terrain: Residential neighborhood with rolling hills
- Location: Downtown Hamlet, NC
- Finishers Medal: Custom Railroad/Halloween themed for top 350 finishers
Awards & Scholarships
- Top Finishers: Awards for top 3 male and female finishers
- Age Group Awards: 3 deep in 10 year age groups
- Scholarships: Three scholarships at Richmond Community College
- Support: Funded through donations and race registrations
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