8th Annual Historic Hillsborough Half Marathon and 5K - 2025

  • Date Sun 5th October 2025
  • Time 7:30AM EDT
  • Location Hillsborough, North Carolina
  • Price $22.45 - $64.85
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 8th Annual Historic Hillsborough Half Marathon and 5K, taking place on Sunday, October 5th, 2025, in the charming town of Hillsborough, North Carolina! This exciting event promises a unique blend of scenic beauty and rich history as participants traverse routes showcasing Hillsborough's historic landmarks, including the Old Orange County Courthouse and Burwell School. Runners will experience the thrill of racing along the Historic Occoneechee Speedway Trail, the only remaining track from NASCAR's inaugural season in 1949, and enjoy the picturesque views along Churton Street and the River Walk.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or a beginner, the half marathon and 5K cater to all levels, with custom medals for all finishers and a variety of age group awards up for grabs. Don't forget to register early to snag a stylish event t-shirt! Mark your calendars and prepare for a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and celebration of Hillsborough's vibrant community on this unforgettable race day!

Organiser's Description

Hillsborough, North Carolina is no ordinary small, southern town. Its scenic beauty and graceful architecture spanning three centuries, provide an incredible location for a road race. Hillsborough continues to host numerous successful races, including the Little River Trail runs, Got GRIT 5K race, and the Camp Chestnut Ridge Trail races.

Hillsborough Running Club is very pleased to present the 8th Annual Historic Hillsborough Half Marathon and 5K races. Both the half marathon and 5K routes have been designed to showcase many of Hillsboroughs historic sites, and scenic routes.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

1. Run past many historic sites in Hillsborough: Old Orange County Courthouse, Burwell School, Margaret Lane Cemetery, Occoneechee Indian Village
2. Half Marathon and 5K runners will run one lap of the Historic Occoneechee Speedway Trail, the only surviving track from NASCAR's inaugural 1949 season
3. Enjoy running on Churton Street, and on Hillsborough's River Walk, part of the Mountains to Sea trail

MERCHANDISE

* There will be custom medals for all finishers in both the half marathon and 5K
* T-shirts (male and female cut) and youth sizes if you registered before the t-shirt deadline
* Note: for female sizing - you may want to order a size or two larger than you would normally

Anyone needing to change t-shirt size needs to come to the t-shirt table at the pavilion after the race

PACKET PICK-UP

Packet pick-up dates, times and locations are as follows:

* Thursday 2nd October Fleet Feet Durham (Southpoint Store), 4-7pm
* Saturday 4th October, Hillsborough, Farmers Mkt Pavilion (race finish area), 1-5pm
* Sunday 5th October, Race morning, 6.00-7.00am

AWARDS

Awards to the overall top three male and female winners, top three male and female masters (40+), and top three males and females in each of the following age groups.

Half Marathon age groups are as follows: 19 & under; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-80; 80+
5K age groups are as follows: 9 and under; 10-12; 13-15; 16-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-80; 80+

Races

  • Half Marathon Registration

    Incl. $4.85 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 5th October 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    $64.85

  • 5K Registration

    Incl. $3.05 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 5th October 2025 (7:45AM EDT)

    $33.05

  • Half Marathon Registration - No Shirt

    Incl. $4.25 Fee

    Sun 5th October 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    $54.25

  • 5K Registration - No Shirt

    Incl. $2.45 Fee

    Sun 5th October 2025 (7:45AM EDT)

    $22.45

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Location

Eno River Farmers Market, 144 E. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, 27278, NC, United States

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