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22 events in Cary, North Carolina

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  • Strides for Survivors [eventbrite.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Feb 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    The inaugural Strides for Survivors is being run to benefit the aftercare program at the NC Jaycee burn center. The aftercare team puts on annual events, including Camp Celebrate, Family Camp,...

    The inaugural Strides for Survivors is being run to benefit the aftercare program at the NC Jaycee burn center. The aftercare team puts on annual events, including Camp Celebrate, Family Camp, Teenager Adventure Weekend, Adult Retreat, etc. for burn survivors. These events positively affect hundreds of survivors and their families. We hope that you will join us for this fun run/walk on Feb 28th at Wakemed Soccer Park.

    The Strides for Survivors 5k is organized by Enloe HS Junior Stella Illuzzi. As a former participant in Camp Celebrate, Stella wanted to combine her passion of running into a way to give back to a community that helped her as a child.

    All proceeds raised from this effort will support the North Carolina Jaycee Burn Center, a program dedicated to providing specialized medical care and rehabilitative services for patients recovering from burn injuries. The Burn Center leads efforts in community education and burn prevention, pioneers new research, and strives to help patients return to their highest level of functioning possible after rehabilitation. It also supports families with compassionate care and fosters programs that improve quality of life and safety across the state.

    5k Fun Run Run Walk

    101 Soccer Park Dr, Cary, North Carolina, 27511, United States
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  • NAWIC WIC Week 5k [runsignup.com]

    Sun, Mar 01, 2026 at 9:30 AM

    Description

    Join us for the 1st Annual Women in Construction (WIC) Week 5K hosted by the NAWIC Triangle Chapter at South Line Brewing Co. in Cary on Sunday, March 1st 9:30 AM! Start your morning with a fun run...

    Join us for the 1st Annual Women in Construction (WIC) Week 5K hosted by the NAWIC Triangle Chapter at South Line Brewing Co. in Cary on Sunday, March 1st 9:30 AM! Start your morning with a fun run and finish with a well-earned drink, networking, and race results at the brewery.

    $25 Entry includes your race bib, safety pins, and a post-race beer!

    Event Details:

    • 8:30 AM - Packet Pick Up Begins

    • 9:30 AM - Race Start

    • 10:00 AM - Bar Opens

    • 10:30 AM - Awards Announced

    Awards:

    • Top 3 Overall Female and Top 3 Overall Male

    All paces welcome—come for the run, stay for the vibes.

    5k Fun Run Run

    518 Old Apex Rd, Cary, North Carolina, 27511, United States
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  • Triangle LUNGe Forward 5K Run [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 21, 2026 at 9:30 AM

    Description

    Join us for the nineteenth annual Triangle LUNGe Forward 5K Run, Walk & Celebration on March 22 at Koka Booth Amphitheater. This event will unite up to 500 people to make a difference for lung cancer across North Carolina.

    It will be a day of celebration and remembrance, as well as a day to TAKE ACTION and provide HOPE to those impacted by lung cancer.

    5k Run Walk

    Cary, North Carolina, 27513, United States
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  • Cary Greenways Half-Marathon [runsignup.com]

    Sun, Mar 22, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Description

    FINISHERS MEDAL & GIFT STILL AVAILABLE WITH SIGNUP!

    Course Records - Fred G. Bond Metro Park / White Oak Greenway

    Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code!

    5K - Male: K. Boucher - 18:56 (2024)...

    FINISHERS MEDAL & GIFT STILL AVAILABLE WITH SIGNUP!

    Course Records - Fred G. Bond Metro Park / White Oak Greenway

    Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code!

    5K - Male: K. Boucher - 18:56 (2024) 5K - Female: L. Oyler - 21:27 (2024)

    10K - Male: S. Montclair - 34:49 (2024) 10K - Female: H. Lee - 42:38 (2025)

    13.1 - Male: M. Wilde - 1:16:08 (2025) 13.1 - Female: B. Fowler - 1:25:17 (2024)

    RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL!

    Fit & Able is proud of our tenth year of running the Cary Greenways Half-marathon with 5K, 10K, and 13.1 races. Choose your challenge! Run the trails you love but get timed! This race is capped so sign up soon! Participants have a window during which to start the race of their choice and have until 11:00 AM to finish. The half-marathon turnaround point closes at 9:30 AM.

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    BUT have you ever wanted to run a marathon without having to actually run a marathon? With the Greenways Series 26.2 you can do just that when you sign up for both 13.1 races at the Cary Greenways Half-marathon and Cary Greenways Tour. Complete both races and we will combine your finish times to give you a 26.2 finish time with an extra set of awards!

    PLUS you can save 10% on each race when you sign up for both together using the Greenways 26.2 Bundle! * You can find the bundle under the main event cards above (click View All Events).

    OR, how about an ultra-marathon? Complete all five Fit & Able 13.1 races - a combined total of 65.5 miles! - and again we will combine your finish times for yet another extra set of awards!

    All races will have a staggered start beginning at 8:00 AM (in order of distance) and the course closes for all races at 11:00 AM (In-person Race Day Schedule). Please consider your race pace when deciding which event to run. * For any participants who feel they may need some extra time, please contact us at [email protected].

    WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH CARY GREENWAYS HALF-MARATHON REGISTRATION:

    • IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL 5K, 10K, & 13.1 race options

    • Cary Greenways Half-marathon finishers medal and gift included for all 5K, 10K, and 13.1 participants (guaranteed if signed up by March 8th). Shirts available for purchase separately.

    • Over $8,500 in potential in-person & virtual Overall (Top 3 Male / Female), Age Group (Top 3 Male / Female), Picking Up the Pace, and New Course Record awards

    • Great rewards and prizes you can earn by referring your friends and family to sign up with you or even recruiting them to race as a "team"! * More details below

    • Earn points for Fit & Able's Free-for-All Race Series to win big end-of-year prizes! Check out the current standings: Free-for-All Race Series

    If you are interested in sponsoring the Cary Greenways Half-marathon please email [email protected] for more information!

    We can't wait to see you at the Cary Greenways Half-marathon!

    5k 10k 13.1 Miles Marathon Run Trail Ultra Virtual Walk

    801 High House Rd., Cary, North Carolina, 27513, United States
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  • Get Your Rear in Gear Raleigh [events.crcevents.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sun, Mar 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Start Time: 9am

    5k Run

    Cary, North Carolina, 27511, United States
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  • Blossom Together 5K Fundraiser - NCSU X UNC [runsignup.com]

    Sun, Mar 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM

    Description

    Get ready to run for a cause!

    Join Blossom Together for our annual 5K, where every step supports our mission to provide essential healthcare, nutritious food, and clean water to communities across...

    Get ready to run for a cause!

    Join Blossom Together for our annual 5K, where every step supports our mission to provide essential healthcare, nutritious food, and clean water to communities across Africa.

    Blossom Together is a student-led humanitarian organization dedicated to improving living standards in developing African nations. We’re dedicated to helping families across Africa thrive by focusing on the basics: reliable healthcare, clean water, and hunger relief.

    Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a casual walker, very mile you run with us leads to a lasting impact!

    Event Details

    Date: Sunday, March 29, 2026

    Time: Race starts promptly at 10:00 AM

    Location: WakeMed Soccer Park – 101 Soccer Park Dr, Cary, NC 27511

    Registration: $30 (All proceeds fund humanitarian projects in Africa)

    Perks & Prizes

    Early Bird Special: The first 10 people to sign up get a FREE event T-shirt!

    Top Finishers: The top 3 runners will walk away with exclusive Gift Cards.

    The Experience: Enjoy a scenic route at WakeMed Soccer Park, delicious refreshments, and a chance to connect with other!

    Ready to make an impact?

    Spaces are filling up fast! Don’t miss your chance to run for a global cause and help us provide life-saving resources to those who need them most.

    Let’s run for change, one mile at a time! 🌍🏅

    5k Run Walk

    101 Soccer Park Dr, Cary, North Carolina, 27511, United States
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  • Sunset Scramble [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 5:30 PM

    Description

    Course Records - Fred G. Bond Metro Park

    Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code!

    5K - Male: A. Moonen - 19:20 (2023) 5K - Female: K. Jonas - 20:11 (2024)

    10K - Male: D. Go - 38:58 (2023) 10K -...

    Course Records - Fred G. Bond Metro Park

    Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code!

    5K - Male: A. Moonen - 19:20 (2023) 5K - Female: K. Jonas - 20:11 (2024)

    10K - Male: D. Go - 38:58 (2023) 10K - Female: L. Rosenberg - 46:24 (2025)

    15K - Male: T. Fink - 1:10:47 (2023) 15K - Female: A. McPherson - 1:10:34 (2024)

    RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL!

    Fit & Able is excited to bring back the Sunset Scramble at Bond Park! It's not quite a lap race but you will get your split times for each lap of your distance! There's ONE COURSE but THREE RACES for you to choose from to challenge yourself for how far you can go before the course closes. BUT you only have 2 hours to complete the distance of your choice so challenge yourself but pick what you think you can accomplish!

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    Since this is an evening race we are using a simple 5K course for all races that we can safely manage as it gets dark. Greater distance races will run increasing laps of that course. BUT the longer distances will ALSO get the split times for each 5K lap!

    The course closes for all races at 7 PM. Runners will not be allowed to start a new lap after that point; any runners who can't complete their distance in the allowed time will be automatically transferred to the race distance they did complete. Runners who have started a lap before 6:30 PM will be allowed to finish their run and their full finish time and distance will be counted.

    All races will have a staggered start beginning at 5:00 PM (in order of distance) and the course closes for all races at 7:00 PM (In-person Race Day Schedule). Please consider your race pace when deciding which event to run. * For any participants who feel they may need some extra time, please contact us at [email protected].

    PLUS there will be special results for those races at each split too! So you may not win the race but you might win a lap or two!

    • 5K - 1 Lap - Finish Time

    • 10K - 2 Laps - 5K Split & Finish Time

    • 15K - 3 - Laps - 5K Split, 10K Split, & Finish Time

    PLUS PLUS you can race MULTIPLE distances and win MULTIPLE awards with ONE run and ONE finish time! How? If you sign up for multiple race distances, you will get a timing chip only for the longest distance but we will apply your lap split times as finish times to the shorter races. You will be eligible for the Overall, Age Group, and Lap Split awards for all registered events.

    • eg. Sign up for the 5K, 10K, & 15K:
    • 5K Lap Split (Lap 1) = 5K - Finish Time & 10K/15K - 5K Split;

    • 10K Lap Split (Lap 2) = 10K - Finish Time & 15K - 10K Split, etc.)

    • 15K Finish Time (Lap 3)

    AND you'll get a DISCOUNT when you sign up for multiple races too (* discount applies to the lowest cost event on multiple registrations per participant):

    Sign Up for More Races & Save!

    • Applies to 5K & Greater Races Only *

    $10 off 2 Events - $20 off 3 Events

    WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH SUNSET SCRAMBLE REGISTRATION:

    • IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL 5K, 10K, and 15K race options

    • Open staggered start window between 5:00 - 6:00 PM (course closes at 7 PM)

    • 5K Lap Splits included for the 10K and 15K

    • Sunset Scramble shirt and finishers medal included for all 5K, 10K, and 15K participants (guaranteed if signed up by March 28th). Shirts available for purchase separately.

    • Nearly $8,000 in potential in-person & virtual Overall (Top 3 Male / Female), Age Group (Top 3 Male / Female), Picking Up the Pace, and New Course Record awards

    • Great rewards and prizes you can earn by referring your friends and family to sign up with you or even recruiting them to race as a "team"! * More details below

    • Earn points for Fit & Able's Free-for-All Race Series to win big end-of-year prizes! Check out the current standings: Free-for-All Race Series

    If you are interested in sponsoring the Sunset Scramble please email [email protected] for more information!

    We can't wait to see you at the Sunset Scramble!

    5k 10k 15k Run Virtual Walk

    801 High House Rd. Bond Park, Cary, North Carolina, 27513, United States
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  • Break the Silence 5k [breakthesilence5k.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sun, Apr 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM

    Description

    This event is more than just a race; it's a chance to unite in support of mental health initiatives and be a part of a community dedicated to making a difference. By participating, you're...

    This event is more than just a race; it's a chance to unite in support of mental health initiatives and be a part of a community dedicated to making a difference. By participating, you're contributing to a significant cause, with proceeds going towards a local Triangle organization that focuses on mental health.

    Join us in person for the Break the Silence 5K, taking place in April 19, 2026 at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, NC. Registration includes T-shirt, Race bib, and Wristband.

    5k Run

    101 Soccer Park Dr, Cary, North Carolina, 27511, United States
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  • Watermelon 5k Family Fest [gathergood.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, May 02, 2026 at 11:00 AM

    Description

    Join us for a powerful 5K walk/run that weaves through the heart of our community in solidarity with the Palestinian people. In a time when expressions of support and unity are more meaningful than...

    Join us for a powerful 5K walk/run that weaves through the heart of our community in solidarity with the Palestinian people. In a time when expressions of support and unity are more meaningful than ever, this event aims to bring together individuals to fill the space with the vibrant spirit and undying hope of the Palestinian cause.

    Inspired by the global symbol of solidarity, watermelons, participants are encouraged to embrace this motif in their attire or through creative displays. This family-friendly event is more than just a race; it's a statement of unity, a celebration of culture, and a stride towards understanding and peace. All are welcome to join, run, walk, and stand with us as we move forward together, embodying this journey of resilience demonstrated by the Palestinian people.

    We aim to collect at least $100,000 through entry fees and donations.

    We encourage you to participate in our initiative, whether by running, walking, attending in person, or offering remote support. Let's unite to make a significant impact!

    Rules and Guidelines for the event:

    Peaceful Participation: This event is a peaceful gathering aimed at raising aid and honoring Palestinian courage and humanity. We kindly ask all participants to maintain a peaceful and respectful atmosphere throughout the event.

    Symbol of Solidarity: Participants are encouraged to embrace the watermelon motif in their attire or creative displays, symbolizing solidarity and support. Let's echo the voices of those who stand in unity with the Palestinian cause.

    Family-Friendly Environment: This event welcomes participants of all ages. Let's create a family-friendly atmosphere where everyone feels included and valued.=

    Positive Vibes Only: Let's embody positivity and light, recognizing the strength in the face of adversity and the transformative power of love and community.

    Lead by Example: As we participate in this event, let's lead by example and uphold the values of unity, positivity, and respect for all. Together, we can make a meaningful difference and contribute to a more inclusive and understanding world.

    5k Run Walk

    Cary, North Carolina, 27511, United States
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  • Racing for Rescues [secondchance.redpodium.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sun, May 03, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Sunday, May 3, 2026

    Wake Med Soccer Park, Cary NC

    8:00 am - 12:00 pm

    The 2026 Racing for Rescues event features:

    • A timed 5K race with prizes for fastest runners in their age categories both WITH...

    Sunday, May 3, 2026

    Wake Med Soccer Park, Cary NC

    8:00 am - 12:00 pm

    The 2026 Racing for Rescues event features:

    • A timed 5K race with prizes for fastest runners in their age categories both WITH and WITHOUT dogs

    • A separate one-mile walking course for people (and their dogs!) who prefer to take it easy

    • A special event t-shirt

    • NEW THIS YEAR a fun costume contest for people and their pets -- open to everyone! Several prizes available!

    • An amazing raffle prize! (need not be present to win)

    • Complimentary snacks and beverages to help you power up and cool down

    • A vendor village catering to pet owners and athletes alike, including a "Make Your Own" Dog Treat bar

    1.5 Miles 5k Run Walk

    101 Soccer Park Dr, Cary, North Carolina, 27511, United States
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  • Bloom & Zoom [runsignup.com]

    Sat, May 09, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Description

    Benefitting Many Local Charities

    Course Records - WakeMed Soccer Park

    Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code!

    5K - Male: J. Timmons - 17:30 (2023) 8K - Male: G. Wright Colopy - 28:31 (2017)

    5K...

    Benefitting Many Local Charities

    Course Records - WakeMed Soccer Park

    Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code!

    5K - Male: J. Timmons - 17:30 (2023) 8K - Male: G. Wright Colopy - 28:31 (2017)

    5K - Female: L. Duncan - 19:55 (2019) 8K - Female: J. Franklin - 32:07 (2018)

    RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL!

    Nonprofits provide important programs and services to our community for the needs not met by the government or other organizations. Unfortunately, they can't all have their own races to help raise support for their missions. That's why Fit & Able is staging the Bloom & Zoom charity distance festival at no charge to the participating nonprofits to help them raise much needed revenue and provide them the opportunity to raise awareness about their efforts too.

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    Participating Nonprofits Include (TBA as they join!):

    • Salvation Army of Wake County

    • Cary Rotary Club

    • Alliance Medical Ministry

    • HD Reach

    • Cary Sister Cities

    • Piedmont Health

    If you know of a great local charitable organization that may like to participate in the Bloom & Zoom please contact us at [email protected].

    All races will have a mass start at 8:00 AM for the Fun Mile and 8:15 AM for the 5K / 8K and the course closes for all races at 9:45 AM (In-person Race Day Schedule). Please consider your race pace when deciding which event to run. * For any participants who feel they may need some extra time, please contact us at [email protected].

    WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH BLOOM & ZOOM REGISTRATION:

    • IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL 5K, 8K, and Fun Mile race options

    • Bloom & Zoom finishers medal and gift included for all 5K, 8K, and Fun Mile participants (guaranteed if signed up by April 26th). Shirts available for purchase separately.

    • Over $4,000 in potential in-person & virtual Overall (Top 3 Male / Female), Age Group (Top 3 Male / Female), Picking Up the Pace, and New Course Record awards

    • Great rewards and prizes you can earn by referring your friends and family to sign up with you or even recruiting them to race as a "team"! * More details below

    • Earn points for Fit & Able's Free-for-All Race Series to win big end-of-year prizes! Check out the current standings: Free-for-All Race Series.

    If you are interested in sponsoring Bloom & Zoom please email [email protected] for more information!

    We can't wait to see you at Bloom & Zoom!

    1 Miles 5k 8k Run Virtual Walk

    101 Soccer Park Dr, Cary, North Carolina, 27511, United States
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