The Big Run 5K presented by Brooks

The Big Run 5K Overview

Celebrate five decades of running with Fleet Feet at The Big Run presented by Brooks. This community 5K on Global Running Day is all about summer vibes, shared memories and the kind of runner’s high that keeps you coming back. Register today for The Big Run and let the good miles roll!

Race Details

• Date: June 3, 2026
• Location: Eno River Farmer's Market Pavilion, Hillsborough, NC
• Website: The Big Run Race Page

Packet Pick Up

• Date: May 30, 2026 - 10am to 2pm at Fleet Feet Carrboro
• Date: June 3, 2026 - 10am to 12pm at Fleet Feet Ninth Street

Kids Run

We will have a free and family-friendly kid run starting at 6 pm! We’ll do a shorter version of our run (~1 mile) and all kids will be given a medal! We’ll have a quick check-in before the run around 5:55pm near the start/finish line. Family members are encouraged to run with their kids! Thank you!

Parking Information

Parking is available in the Hillsborough Public Parking Deck behind the Weaver Street Market (please do not park in the lot in front of Weaver Street Market). You can then walk over to the start line at the Eno River Farmer's Market Pavilion (144 E Margaret Lane).

Submitting Virtual Results

For those who are running and walking with us virtually, you can complete your 5K anytime between 6/3/2026 and 6/3/2026. Please upload your results to our RunSignUp page here. Click the Submit Virtual Results button and you can search for your registration by name or by email.

Global Running Day Kick-Off Run

We’re starting Global Running Day off on the right foot with a fun and FREE 3.1 miles run/walk on June 3rd at 7 am at Fleet Feet Carrboro. Come celebrate this holiday with your community. This fun run/walk is free: however, if you’d like to receive The Big Run t-shirt and medal, you can register for the Virtual Race for $30. All paces and all people are welcome!

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