501 Dr. Donnie Jones Blvd, Princeton NC
Saturday, October 10th, 2026
🔥 17th Annual Feel the Burn 5K & 10K 🔥
Lace up and join us for Princeton Volunteer Fire Department’s biggest (and one of our only!) fundraisers of the year. We're a 100% volunteer crew, and your support keeps us fired up and ready to serve!
⏰ Evening Race Alert!
Races begin at 6:00 PM
Registration & check-in open at 4:30 PM
🏃♀️ Course Info:
- 5K: USATF Certified
- 10K: Run the 5K course twice
💵 Entry Fees:
Now through September 30th:
- 5K: $25
- 10K: $30
✅ Shirt included & guaranteed through Sept 30
October 1st – Race Day:
- 5K: $30
- 10K: $35
🚫 No shirt guarantee after Sept 30
🏅 Awards:
1st & 2nd place finishers (male & female) in both races in the following age groups: under 14, 15-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-59, 60+
Come for the run. Stay for the cause. Let’s Feel the Burn together! 🔥👟
For more information, visit the official race page: Feel the Burn 5K & 10K.
Race-day essentials
Light, simple picks for a fast effort.
Top pick
SHOKZ OpenRun Bone Conduction Open-Ear Bluetooth Sport Headphones, Running Workout Bundle with Waterproof Carrying Case & Sweat Headband, IP67 Sweat Resistant, 8H Playtime, Mic, Black
$129.95
Garmin Forerunner 55, GPS Running Watch with Daily Suggested Workouts, Up to 2 Weeks of Battery Life, Black - 010-02562-00
$159.99
goodr A Unicorn's Calamity Polarized Sunglasses, Medium Sized (OG), Black Solid Frames with Black Non-Reflective Glare Reducing Lenses, UV400 Protection, No Slip, No Bounce
$30.00
Nathan Peak Running Hydration Waist Pack Belt w/Speed Draw Flask Water Bottle, 18oz/535 ml Push/Pull Race Cap, Expandable Zippered Stretch Pocket
$44.00
Course Map
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Find a local run club
Run clubs in Princeton, NC host weekly group runs — a great way to prep for race day.
