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2 walking events in Kinston, North Carolina

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find walking events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

  • Backpack Buddies Walk-A-Thon [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 21, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Help us alleviate weekend hunger in Lenoir County by participating in our first ever Walk-A-Thon on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

    Registration is $15 for an individual, or $50 for a team of 4.

    The event...

    Help us alleviate weekend hunger in Lenoir County by participating in our first ever Walk-A-Thon on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

    Registration is $15 for an individual, or $50 for a team of 4.

    The event will be at Grainger Stadium, as we walk the dirt track around the field.

    Sign up by Wednesday, March 11 in order to guarantee a t-shirt!

    More information about the event will be available in the coming days.

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    400 E Grainger Ave, Kinston, North Carolina, 28501, United States
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  • The EPIC Center's Walk 4 Life and 5K [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Description

    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...

    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.

    1 Miles 5k Run Walk Wheelchair

    231 Highway 58 S, Kinston, North Carolina, 28504, United States
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