2 running and walking events in Clayton, North Carolina

3rd Annual Glory Run 5K – Run/Walk

📍 Fellowship Baptist Church

911 W Main St, Clayton, NC 27520

📅 Saturday, April 11, 2026

🕗 Race Start: 8:00 AM

Join us for a fun-filled morning of fitness, fellowship, and community at the 3rd Annual Glory Run 5K! Whether you’re an experienced runner or prefer a relaxed walk, this event is perfect for all ages and fitness levels.

What to Expect:

✨ Post-race party with vendors and refreshments

🎁 Door prizes

🏆 Awards ceremony

Proceeds from the Glory Run will benefit our youth program and local outreach efforts, helping us continue to serve our community.

Race Packet Includes:

5K bib with timing chip

Locals’ Swag Bag

Official Glory Run 5K T-shirt

👕 Register by April 4th, 2026 to be guaranteed a T-shirt.

Awards:

Top 3 Overall Male & Female

Top Male & Female in each age group:

10 & under

11–15

16–19

20–29

30–39

40–49

50–59

60–69

70–79

80 & over

Packet Pickup:

📍 Fellowship Baptist Church, 911 W Main St, Clayton (Gym Building)

• Friday, April 10, 2026: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• Saturday, April 11, 2026: 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM

Come for the run, stay for the fun — and help us make this year’s Glory Run the biggest and best yet. Hope to see you there! 👟🎉

Lace up your running shoes and join us for the 4th Annual Run the Branch 5k! Participants will begin walking, jogging, or running at Municipal Park and head down Sam’s Branch Greenway and back.

We will be offering a Tot Trot for children ages 6 and under. Participants will participate in a short (0.1) untimed run across the event lawn and back. All participants will receive a ribbon. Tot trot will take place at 9:45

Tot Trot:

Cap at 50, ages 6 and under

No registration fee – optional t-shirt option if registered by April 15, $10

Youth small – Youth large

Registration:

Early Bird $30 by April 15; $45 April 16 – Race Day

Awards:

Top 3 overall male and female runners. Awards are 11 & under, 12-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & over.

Giveaway:

Race registration includes t-shirt. Sizes include Youth - S, M, L, Adult - S, M, L, XL, XXL. Must register by April 15 to guarantee t-shirt size.

Packet Pickup:

Packet pickup will be available at the following locations:

Deep River Brewing Company

700 W Main Street #102

Clayton, NC 27520

Thursday, May 7th

5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Packets will also be available for pick up on race day! Please look for the Clayton Parks and Recreation tent which will be located on the Caterpillar Stage.

***Unfortunately, we cannot allow animals on the race course.