When
Sunday, September 13th, 2026
Where
511 Scott King Road, Durham NC
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
Typical weather
66–82°F · some rain risk
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2025
58–79°F
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67–74°F
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67–85°F
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64–82°F
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65–90°F
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65–84°F
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71–83°F
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73–85°F
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61–81°F
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69–86°F
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: 2026 Donate Life NC Hero Run
- Date: September 13, 2026
- Location: 511 Scott King Road, Durham, NC
- URL: Donate Life NC Hero Run
Race Details
- Course: Out-and-back on the American Tobacco Trail
- Start Location: Herndon Park in Durham
- Finish Line: Return to the park for refreshments and awards
- Aim: Build awareness of organ, eye, and tissue donation in NC
Parking Information
- Location: Herndon Park
- Address: 511 Scott King Road, Durham
- Directions: Follow our signs to the starting line
Purpose of Funds
- Support: Continued outreach and education
- Focus: Importance of organ, tissue, and eye donation
Registration Fees and Categories
- 5K Run/Walk/Roll: $35.00 per person
- Includes: T-shirt, bib with timing chip, and refreshments
- 1-Mile Fun Run: $20.00 per person
- Includes: Bib and post-race party
Special Option
- Sleep in Superhero: $25.00 per person
- Description: Register to receive a race t-shirt without participating
Awards Categories
- Awards: 5K - Top Overall Male and Female
- Age Groups: Top Male and Female in categories 10 and under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
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