PAL Power Run 5k

SPRING is a wonderful time of year in the state of North Carolina: the temperatures begin to warm, the days get longer, the sun shines brighter, and the TRADITION of the hometown Holly Springs "NC Spring Classic" takes place! This local event encompasses all levels of runner and has distance options of 5k, 8k and 16k.

The race starts and finishes on Main St., the perfect setting in the heart of downtown! The course takes you on a running tour through the most scenic sections of "The Springs."

2026 will be the 7th running of the NC Spring Classic, and we can't wait! Grab your friends and join us!

Note: the 8k is a solid pour! -just like we fill your pint glass at the Runner's Clubhouse in Pace Yourself! It measures just a hair over 5 miles...so, when your watch hits 4.9 miles, keep going...and know you're getting bonus steps!

16 Note: From approximately miles 5.75 to 7.75, the surface is soft - a wide, compact mulch trail around BASS LAKE.

NEW THIS YEAR: RUCK!

RUCK options are available for each distance.

• The 8K RUCk is the qualifying distance to participate in the Holly Springs RUCK Challenge

Three events. One mission. One patch.

Complete all three designated events rucked at full distance to earn the Triple Ruck

Challenge Patch. Always earned, never given.

• Qualifying Events & Distances

Participants must Ruck the full official distance at each event:

1. Holly Springs Classic – 8K Ruck

2. TMF 9/11 Heroes Run – 5K Ruck

3. Holly Springs Half Marathon – 13.1 Mile Ruck

Shortened routes, early turn-arounds, or non-ruck participation do NOT qualify.

Questions? Email Chad: c.w.johnson85@gmail.com

Registration closes on Wednesday, April 10th at 11:59pm.

Are you active military, a military veteran, first responder or healthcare worker? If so, as part of our appreciation of you, we'd like to provide you with a race discount of 20%. Please mail: sarah@hollyspringshalfmarathon.com

Bib transfers deferrals, and event distance changes must be complete by Wed, April 10th at 11:59pm. See bottom of page for instruction links. Unfortunately, there are NO REFUNDS - we will race rain or shine unless conditions are dangerous.

SHIRT DEADLINE March 30th!

RACE DAY PHOTOS

Thank you to VMA Studios for capturing the excitement of race day and providing FREE race photos!

PACKET PICKUP

Packet pickup days and times:

Thursday, 4/09 5-8pm at Pace Yourself Run Co.

Friday, 4/10 4-7pm at Pace Yourself Run Co.

NOTE: You may add-on race day packet pickup for an additional $5.

Race Day Packet-pickup is 6am-7am. Must be pre-registered in advance.

PLEASE allow yourself some time race morning and don't arrive at 6:55am for packet pickup. It will close at 7am sharp.

HOW TO VERIFY IF YOU SIGNED UP FOR RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP:

Log into your RunSignUp account --> click on your user profile circle in the upper right corner --> you will see your Upcoming Races --> find Spring Classic and click on MANAGE REGISTRATION.

START TIMES

16k - 7:15 am 8k - 7:25am 5k - 7:35am

Start and finish are on Main St., right in front of Pace Yourself Run Company. Portable bathrooms are located in the rear parking lot of the car wash on Main St.

Course maps can be found under the RACE INFO tab at the top of the page. Parking map can be found under the EVENT INFO tab at the top of the page.

Strollers are allowed, but for safety, we do ask that you line up toward the rear at the start. As much as we love dogs and pups, sorry...they are not allowed.

COURSE LIMIT

This event will be capped at 500 participants

The race will continue until 9:45 am. This will provide all runners a two 2.25+ hour time frame to complete the course.

SpringsFest:

After the race, make plans to enjoy downtown Holly Springs as we once again kick off SpringsFest!

Vendors, food trucks, entertainment and more!

Learn more about this fun, racer and family friendly event following the race from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn more

BAG DROP

Bag drop will be located right outside of Pace Yourself. Please bring your own bag, as they won't be provided, and pack lightly.

AID STATIONS (Water at all aid stations, and both water & Skratch at Bass Lake)

5k= 1 Aid station located at Womble Park, at approx mile 1.5

8k = 3 Aid stations. 1 located on School Days Lane, which will be visited twice (miles .7 and 2.4) 1 located at Womble Park (mile 3.5)

16k = 4 Aid stations. 1 located on School Days Lane, which will be visited twice (miles .7 and 3.0) 1 located at Womble Park (mile 4) and 1 located in Bass Lake (mile 7

Bathrooms are located: at the start (Portable toilets at the rear parking of the Car Wash on Main St., at Jones Park, at Veteran's Park, at Womble Park and at Bass Lake)

PARKING

A parking map can be found at the top of this page under EVENT INFO. We strongly encourage that race participants park at Womble Park, 1201 Grigsby Ave, and walk a short 1/2 mile to the start on Main St. Due to Springs Fest, downtown parking will be extremely limited. Bathrooms are available at Womble Park and at the start (portable toilets are located in the rear parking lot of the car wash on Main St.) Please note: Parking at the Library and Cultural Center will be unavailable due to the weekly Farmer's Market.

AWARDS

The overall 1st place winner will be awarded for both male & female runners in the 5k, 8k and 16k. In addition, male and female overall 1st in age group awards for the 5k, 8k and 16k will be given in the following categories:

12 & under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60 and Over

BIB TRANSFERS & REFUNDS

Bib transfers and event distance changes must be completed by 11:59pm on Wed, April 8th.

Unfortunately, there are no refunds or deferments for any circumstances - we will race rain or shine unless conditions are dangerous.

Bib transfers and event distance changes can be managed via your RunSignUp profile. Navigate to PROFILE>UPCOMING EVENTS>MANAGE REGISTRATION. Once there, you can select either "Transfer to another runner" or "Transfer to another event."

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Join us in Historic Downtown Dunn for the first installment of the Rock the Run 5k. This is in conjunction with the Lucknow Music Festival which will be held later in the day. The course will be flat and fast and temperatures this time of year are generally favorable for faster racing. The race will start behind Sherry's Bakery on Edgerton wind it's way through some residential sections of Dunn and finish in front of the Link Wray Mural. Proceeds from the race will go to the Downtown Dunn Development Corporation.

Medals will be presented to the top 3 overall female and male. Age group medals will be given to females and males based on USAT&F 10 year groupings: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and up.

This is the 15th Isaiah 40:31 Run hosted by the Upper School Student Council to raise funds for our gift to the school. In past years, we have been able to purchase a permanently mounted sound system for our gym, over 300 chairs and the racks for storing them, a portable stage, and a portable sound system for our Praise and Worship Team. This year, we would like to put our profits towards the purchase of a digital sign that would be located on our property next to Highway 421.

All runners who enter either the certified 5K race or the 1-Mile Color Run will receive a t-shirt. Participants must register by April 1 to be guaranteed a t-shirt. After April 1, any additional t-shirts will only be available on race day on a first-come, first-served basis.

Course Descriptions

This 5K is a simple down and out 5K course that starts in the student parking lot and turns onto Erwin Chapel Road. Runners will turn around at the stop sign at Prospect Church Road and return to the start/finish line.

The 1-Mile Course includes several turns and is confined to the school campus.

The 100 yard races will be held on the soccer field.

Event Schedule

8:30 AM – Registration opens (runners may begin signing in) – Cafeteria, next to the start/finish line

9:15 AM – “Carry the Cross” Opening Ceremony – Soccer field next to the start/finish line

10:00 AM – 5K Race

11:15 AM – 5K Awards

11:30 AM – 1-Mile Color Run

12:00 PM – 100-Yard Dash Races

12:30 PM – 1-Mile and 100-Yard Dash Awards

Children's Activities Available:

9:00-11:00 AM - Bounce House

Face painting, Cornhole, Bubbles, Frisbees, Jump Rope, Hula Hoops, and Assorted Balls

This will be the first running of the “Licensed to Fly” 5k. The proceeds this year will benefit The Coats Lions Club. This course will begin and end near the mural in Downtown Coats. The race is scheduled for Saturday May 9, 2026. The race will start at 8:00 a.m. and will be chip timed. Medals will be presented to the top 3 overall female and male. Age group medals will be given to females and males based on USAT&F 10 year groupings: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and up.

This race will be the first of a Harnett County series, partnered with races in Erwin and Dunn. Sign up for all three using the "Bundle" option and save some money! Bundle registration will only be offered until 3/31/26 when the registration for the first race closes.

The Be The One race is a family - friendly event created to bring the community together in support of our veterans and those struggling around us. What began as a passion to serve our nation has grown into a space where neighbors, friends, and families can unite to honor the lives of veterans, share their stories, and remember those who lost their battle to suicide.

Suicide is a major - yet preventable - crisis in the United States, with a devastating impact on the veteran community. Veterans comprise nearly a quarter of suicide deaths nationwide. It is estimated that between 17 and 22 veterans or service members take their lives each day. These are not just statistics - they represent fathers, mothers, sons, daughters, and friends.

This event is more than a race - it's a community experience. Participants are encouraged to check in on one another, strengthen bonds, and build new friendships while celebrating the courage and sacrifice of U.S. service members and veterans. By coming together annually, we continue to fight to save lives, support those in need, and ensure that no veteran or community member feels alone in their struggles.

Join us for a day of connection, remembrance, and fun - a day to honor, encourage, and make a difference, one step at a time.