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Triad GO FAR Community 5K & Fun Run Presented by Novant (Spring 2026)

Date:
Sat, May 16, 2026 at 8:15 AM
Location:
211 East Commerce Avenue
High Point, North Carolina
27262
United States
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Links:
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Tags:
1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k Fun Run Run

Triad GO FAR Community 5K & Fun Run Presented by Novant Health (Spring 2026)

Get ready for a race day full of energy, celebration, and BIG finish-line smiles! The Triad GO FAR Community 5K & Fun Run Presented by Novant Health is more than just a race — it’s the exciting finale to an eight-week journey where children and families come together to celebrate health, confidence, and community.

Each spring, children from 40+ Triad schools and community clubs train with GO FAR to build endurance, learn healthy habits, and grow in positive character traits like perseverance, teamwork, and courage. Race day is their moment to shine — and you’ll feel the pride from start to finish.

Whether your child is taking on the full 5K or joining the fun in the one-mile Fun Run, this is an unforgettable experience designed especially for kids and families. From spirited cheer squads to a festive downtown atmosphere, the Triad GO FAR 5K is a race event like no other.

Participant Perks Include:

  • Scenic courses through downtown High Point

  • Loop-style course for easy viewing and cheering

  • High-energy cheer squads all along the route

  • High-quality GO FAR cotton t-shirt (when registered by the Early Bird deadline March 20th)

  • Unique GO FAR finisher medal for all 5K runners

  • GO FAR finisher token for one-mile Fun Run participants

  • Plentiful course support to keep runners motivated and safe

  • Free admission to race day family festivities

  • Join us for a morning of movement, encouragement, and celebration — and help your child cross the finish line feeling stronger, prouder, and more confident than ever.

  • Discounted Pro Soccer Tickets (only available for the May 16th, 7pm game)

🎟️ NOT RUNNING? Game-Only Tickets

Attending the Carolina Core game to support a runner—but not participating in the race?

Game-only tickets are not sold through Run Sign up and do not include race registration.

⇒ Purchase your $10 Carolina Core game-only ticket here:

Carolina Core Game Only Ticket Purchase

Let’s GO FAR, Triad!

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