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Saturday, November 7th, 2026
102 W. Parrish Dr., Benson NC
5K
48–66°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
42–70°F
dry
2024
66–77°F
rain
2023
51–75°F
dry
2022
62–81°F
dry
2021
48–58°F
dry
2020
58–75°F
dry
2019
45–70°F
dry
2018
53–72°F
dry
2017
53–72°F
rain
2016
46–61°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Nov 7
Sunny · 56–73°F
Saturday, Nov 7starts near 56°F · 7% chance of rain · wind up to 15 mph
About this race
You’re invited to a fast and flat 5K run in the heart of historic Downtown Benson. Walkers and strollers are encouraged in the race. Proceeds will go to a local veteran's organization. Participants will travel through some of the oldest and newest neighborhoods in the town and end on Benson’s famed Main Street.
Awards and prizes for each age group.
Award ceremony will be held at Fainting Goat Brewery - 102 W. Parrish Drive Benson, NC 27504.
Race day registration will be held from 7:00 am to 8:30 am.
The 5k will begin promptly at 9:00 am.
Entry Fees-
$25 pre-registration
$30 registration day of race
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