From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find fun run events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
WHAT
The 9th annual Derby Run in Memory of Justin Lopes Presented by A.S.A.P Personal Training will begin at Terry Sanford High School. The 5K and 10K courses run through the scenic Haymount area as well as the Fayetteville Technical Community Campus and will finish near the Terry Sanford High School baseball field. There will also be a 1 Mile Fun Run and face painting, a selfie station and a silent auction. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.
Back by Popular Demand for 2026! Who is the fastest filly or colt on the track? A fun 50 Yard Dash for kids 10 & under will take place before the start of the 10K! No fee for entry, but children must be registered for another event IN ADDITION to the dash. Children over 10 are not permitted.
Participants are encouraged to wear their best Derby Run hat and/or costume. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumed runners, best decorated stroller and best Derby Run hat.
WHEN
Saturday, May 2, 2026
DISTANCES OFFERED
10K Run/Walk - TIMED
5K Run/Walk - TIMED
1 Mile Run/Walk - UNTIMED
Kids 50 Yard Dash (10 & under) - UNTIMED & FREE! - Child must be registered in another event to run the Dash for free.
*You can walk or run these events
START / FINISH LINE LOCATION
Terry Sanford High School
2301 Fort Bragg Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303
PARKING
Parking is available at Terry Sanford High School
SCHEDULE
For Packet Pickup Information and Full Schedule of Events, click HERE
TO REGISTER
To register, click on the Sign Up button in the top right of the website.
Online Registration is open until the race starts. We encourage you to register online before arriving to the event.
Registration will be available at the race. You will be asked to scan a QR Code with your phone to register online.
HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE
Net proceeds from the Derby Run will go to local charities that benefit children. These include The Child Advocacy Center in Fayetteville, Cy’s World Foundation and the Justin Richard Lopes Memorial Scholarship. The Child Advocacy Center offers children a safe place that supports the prevention, investigation and prosecution of child abuse. Cy’s World Foundation was founded in 2010 to honor Cy Garber. Cy’s World Foundation seeks to promote a love of the outdoors to children. Two scholarships were created in memory of Justin Lopes and are awarded every year through the Cumberland Community Foundation to a graduating senior from Cumberland County High School.
Join the Fun at the Annual Alpha to Zeta (A2Z) Race at Your Pace 5K Fun Run/Walk!
Hosted by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. (Epsilon Rho Lambda Chapter) and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. (Gamma Upsilon Zeta Chapter), this exciting event brings our community together to support healthy moms and babies.
Proceeds from the race benefit the March of Dimes March for Babies and the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, making a real difference in the lives of families in our area.
This year's 5K will be held on the beautiful campus of Methodist University in Fayetteville, NC.
Come out and run, walk, or simply cheer on the participants – it's a fantastic way to support a worthy cause and have a great time!
One Step at a Time!
Join the Fayetteville Running Club for the 13th Annual Firecracker 4 miler and 1 mile fun run
in the All American City!
The course is designed as a historic tour of Downtown Fayetteville. Competitive runners, recreational runners, walkers, kids, strollers and dogs are all invited! Be sure to dress up in your favorite Red, White, and Blue running attire.
The 1 Mile Fun Run is limited to 40 entrants. An adult must go with their child that is 8 and under.
DISTANCES OFFERED
4 Mile Run/Walk town Fayetteville.
1 Mile Kids Walk/Run - This event is NOT timed
There is NO Race Day registration.
HOW YOUR REGISTRATION HELPS
Proceeds from the Firecracker 4 Miler go to scholarships for local high school youth that remarkable in class, athletics, community, and home. Other portions got to local non-profits for community outreach, women's support, homeless support, animal shelters, and similar organizations.