600 Independence Drive, Rocky Mount NC
Saturday, November 21st, 2026
Event Overview
The Carolina Strive RISE UP! Run Over Cancer 5K will be a city-wide race to raise funds for area cancer research/treatment. Funds will stay local to support patients through UNC Health Nash Foundation’s Cancer Fund.
Foundation Mission
The Foundation works to fill gaps in health care and community outreach through programs that are not part of the hospital’s regular operating budget or when additional support is needed. Proceeds from this event will go specifically to help cancer patients with things like medication, transportation, and nutritional supplements.
Event Details
- Check-in: Starts at 7:00am EST
- 1K Fun Run: Starts at 8:00am
- 5K Start: 8:30am
- Awards: Individual awards (multiple age ranges), Carolina Strive drawstring swag bags, Carolina Strive hand towels, and commemorative wristbands
Participation Benefits
An awesome opportunity for family fun and to train for upcoming marathon qualifiers while joining the fight against cancer! Enjoy our scenic course highlighting the City of Rocky Mount’s historic landmarks & parks along with receiving keepsake giveaways as a participant!
Philanthropic Impact
This philanthropic event will aid our mission in developing area youth into well-rounded citizens and serve as a corporate team building outing. Let's all RISE UP! and Run Over Cancer together! We are a 501-C3 non-profit organization, therefore all donations are 100% tax deductible.
Registration Fees
- Early Registration: $25 - through November 7th
- Standard Registration: $30 - November 8th - November 20th
- Day of Race: $40 - Registration fee
Categories
5K, 1K Fun Run (Children 7 & under free. Ages 8 - 13, 50% off when accompanied by an adult.)
Participant Gifts
All 5K Participants will receive a Carolina Strive drawstring bag, Carolina Strive hand towel, and one size fits all wristband.
Event Shirts
Event shirts can be purchased for $20 and must be pre-ordered by November 4, 2026.
Race Information
For more details, visit the race page: RISE UP! Run Over Cancer 5K
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