Carpe Diem - Carpe Noctem Half Marathon and 10K - North Carolina

Event Overview

• Event Name: Carpe Diem - Carpe Noctem Half Marathon and 10K
• Date: September 12, 2026
• Location: 5920 Hagan-Stone Park Rd, Pleasant Garden, NC
• Registration URL: Sign Up Here

Race Description

• Seize the Day: Experience the opportunity to run on the beautiful and smooth trails of Hagan Stone Park.
• Day and Night: Enjoy a unique experience where you run these trails both in daylight and moonlight on the same day!
• Race Options: Participate in either a long (Half Marathon) or short (10K) option in the morning and evening.
• Timing: The morning race will be completed in daylight, while the evening option starts before dark, with many finishing after sunset!

Awards

• Medals: All participants will receive both a day medal and a night medal!
• Combination: If you complete both events, your two medals will connect to form one complete medal.

Important Information

• Night Running: Evening race starts at 6:30 pm, which means you may be running after dark.
• Lighting: Participants are advised to bring lights (headlamps preferred, but a flashlight will suffice) depending on their pace!