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When
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Where
McDougle Middle School, Chapel Hill NC
Distances
10K · 5K
Typical weather
61–77°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
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2025
50–73°F
dry
2024
62–78°F
dry
2023
60–80°F
dry
2022
53–66°F
dry
2021
63–82°F
dry
2020
48–68°F
dry
2019
70–97°F
dry
2018
66–86°F
dry
2017
55–76°F
dry
2016
64–79°F
dry
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About this race
Carrboro 5K/10K Race Description
Overview
- Event Date: 2026-10-03
- Location: McDougle Middle School, Chapel Hill, NC
- Race Options: 5K and 10K
- Race Start Time: 8 a.m.
Race Details
- Success: Last year we added the 5K along with the 10K race and it was a big success.
- Participation: If you are signing up for Le Tour de Carrboro, you will need to choose to do either the 5K or the 10K as part of the series.
- Distances: The Carrboro 10K is 6.2 miles, and the Carrboro 5K is 3.1 miles.
- Course: Both races wind through Carrboro neighborhoods and finish on the McDougle track.
Important Registration Information
- Cap: NOTE: THE 5K RACE IS CAPPED AT 300 PARTICIPANTS SO REGISTER EARLY!
- Registration Fees: We have the best deal in the Triangle with registration fees for either race at only $35!
- Community Support: Sign up now and help us to support our Community Partners.
- More Information: For additional information, please visit the Carrboro 10K registration page.
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