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The EPIC Center's Walk 4 Life and 5K

Kinston, North Carolina · Saturday, April 18, 2026

The The EPIC Center's Walk 4 Life and 5K is a 1 miles, 5k, running, walking, and wheelchair event held on Saturday, April 18, 2026. It is located at 231 Highway 58 S in Kinston, North Carolina.

Date
Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Location
231 Highway 58 S
Kinston, North Carolina
28504
United States
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Join us on April 18 at Lenoir Community College for the EPIC Center’s Walk 4 Life and 5K! This event offers a chance to get active while supporting the EPIC Center’s mission of offering life-affirming support and care to women facing unexpected pregnancies. Our goal is to bring our community together to stand for life and support families in our community.

The Event begins at 8:00 AM with opening ceremonies. The 5K will start at the conclusion of the opening ceremonies, and the 1-mile walk will begin around 8:30.

By walking with us, you’re sending a powerful message that life matters and that no one walks alone in their journey of motherhood. Families, churches, and individuals are encouraged to join this inspiring event, uniting as a community to uplift local families and celebrate the value of life. We welcome strollers, walkers, and wheelchairs. No pets, please.

Come be part of our powerful message of encouragement and advocacy. Together, let’s make a difference, one step at a time!

We need volunteers to make this event a success! Anyone interested in helping can e-mail Emma Barnes, EPIC Center Executive Director, at [email protected], or call 336-880-2753.

Giveaway: You MUST register by 03/20/26 to receive a free race T-shirt with your registration. You will receive your race tees at check-in on race day.

Additional race t-shirts are available for $15.00 on race day--while supplies last.

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