Flat & Fast Rural Hall 5K

19th Annual Rural Hall Race 🏃‍♂️

5K Run/Walk | 2026 Event

 Proceeds Benefit Rural Hall Elementary School ❤️

Join us for this cherished community tradition where every step directly supports students at Rural Hall Elementary School! Whether you’re a competitive runner, a casual walker, or bringing the whole family, this event truly has something for everyone. Register today and support our school!

📅 Race Day Information

Date: Saturday, October 245K Start Time: 8:15 AMLocation: Rural Hall Elementary School275 College StreetRural Hall, NC 27045

🅿️ Parking available on school property and nearby streets.

☀️ Race will be held rain or shine.

⚠️ COURSE CHANGE – PLEASE READ

Due to NCDOT road construction on Bethania–Rural Hall Road, we are unable to use our previous course.

✅ New Start & Finish Location: Rural Hall Elementary School

🛣️ Course Details

•  USATF‑Certified 5K Course for accurate, official results•  Gun Start with Chip Timing for precise race tracking•  Flat, Fast Out‑and‑Back Route along a protected lane of Broad Street•  Runner, Walker, Stroller & Family‑Friendly Layout•  Spectator‑Friendly Course with strong community support

🔔10K Race Update 

A 10K will not be offered in 2026. We plan to revisit the addition of a 10K next year once a suitable route is identified and certified off Broad Street.

 📝 Packet Pick-Up & Registration

Early Packet Pick-Up

Thursday, October 22: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PMFriday, October 23: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PMLocation:       AgSouth Farm Credit       340 Bethania-Rural Hall Rd.       Rural Hall, NC 27045

Race Day Packet Pick-Up & Registration

Opens at 6:30 AM at Rural Hall Elementary School

Online and walk-up registration available

Participants registering after October 21 at 6:00 PM must pick up packets on race morning

👕 Race Shirts

• Adults: Hanes Sport™ Cool Dri moisture‑wicking shirts with 50+ UPF sun protection• Youth: Hanes soft 50/50 cotton/poly blend shirts 🏆 Awards & Prizes

🏅 Olympic‑Style Age Group Medals

Awarded to top finishers in each group:• Under 10• 10–14• 15–19• 20–24• 25–29• 30–34• 35–39• 40–44• 45–49• 50–54• 55–59• 60–64• 65–69• 70+

🎃 Halloween Costume Contest

💰 Cash Prizes• 1st Place: $50• 2nd Place: $30• 3rd Place: $20

💧 Water & Finish Line Treats 🍩•  Water station at the halfway point•  Finish‑line refreshments include bottled water, Krispy Kreme doughnuts, chocolate milk, cookies, fruit, Gatorade, and more  🎶 Entertainment & Atmosphere•  Live DJ throughout the event•  Piedmont Cheering Hearts senior squad welcoming runners at the finish•  Award ceremony with photo opportunities•  Spectator‑friendly course with strong community support

🚫 Race Guidelines

•  No pets allowed for safety reasons (service animals permitted)•  Cyclists will follow the final runner to ensure a safe finish and timely results 🚴 

📞 Questions?

Contact Jim Smith at 336‑406‑1569