19th Annual Rural Hall Race 🏃‍♂️

5K Run/Walk | 2026 Event
 Proceeds Benefit Rural Hall Elementary School ❤️

Join us for this cherished community tradition where every step directly supports students at Rural Hall Elementary School! Whether you’re a competitive runner, a casual walker, or bringing the whole family, this event truly has something for everyone. Register today and support our school!

📅 Race Day Information
Date: Saturday, October 24
5K Start Time: 8:15 AM
Location: Rural Hall Elementary School
275 College Street
Rural Hall, NC 27045

🅿️ Parking available on school property and nearby streets.
☀️ Race will be held rain or shine.

⚠️ COURSE CHANGE – PLEASE READ
Due to NCDOT road construction on Bethania–Rural Hall Road, we are unable to use our previous course.

✅ New Start & Finish Location: Rural Hall Elementary School

🛣️ Course Details
•  USATF‑Certified 5K Course for accurate, official results
•  Gun Start with Chip Timing for precise race tracking
•  Flat, Fast Out‑and‑Back Route along a protected lane of Broad Street
•  Runner, Walker, Stroller & Family‑Friendly Layout
•  Spectator‑Friendly Course with strong community support

🔔10K Race Update 
A 10K will not be offered in 2026. We plan to revisit the addition of a 10K next year once a suitable route is identified and certified off Broad Street.

 
 📝 Packet Pick-Up & Registration

Early Packet Pick-Up
Thursday, October 22: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Friday, October 23: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location:
       AgSouth Farm Credit
       340 Bethania-Rural Hall Rd.
       Rural Hall, NC 27045

Race Day Packet Pick-Up & Registration
Opens at 6:30 AM at Rural Hall Elementary School

Online and walk-up registration available
Participants registering after October 21 at 6:00 PM must pick up packets on race morning

👕 Race Shirts
• Adults: Hanes Sport™ Cool Dri moisture‑wicking shirts with 50+ UPF sun protection
• Youth: Hanes soft 50/50 cotton/poly blend shirts
 
🏆 Awards & Prizes

🏅 Olympic‑Style Age Group Medals
Awarded to top finishers in each group:
• Under 10
• 10–14
• 15–19
• 20–24
• 25–29
• 30–34
• 35–39
• 40–44
• 45–49
• 50–54
• 55–59
• 60–64
• 65–69
• 70+

🎃 Halloween Costume Contest
💰 Cash Prizes
• 1st Place: $50
• 2nd Place: $30
• 3rd Place: $20

💧 Water & Finish Line Treats 🍩
•  Water station at the halfway point
•  Finish‑line refreshments include bottled water, Krispy Kreme doughnuts, chocolate milk, cookies, fruit, Gatorade, and more
 
 🎶 Entertainment & Atmosphere
•  Live DJ throughout the event
•  Piedmont Cheering Hearts senior squad welcoming runners at the finish
•  Award ceremony with photo opportunities
•  Spectator‑friendly course with strong community support

🚫 Race Guidelines
•  No pets allowed for safety reasons (service animals permitted)
•  Cyclists will follow the final runner to ensure a safe finish and timely results 🚴
 

📞 Questions?
Contact Jim Smith at 336‑406‑1569