9th Annual Historic Hillsborough Half Marathon and 5K - 2026
- Date Sun 4th October 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Hillsborough, North Carolina
- Price $33.05 - $86.05
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
With both a half marathon and a 5K option, thereβs something for everyone! Each finisher will receive a custom medal, and participants who registered ahead of time will have the chance to snag exclusive T-shirts. The race will also feature a variety of awards for top finishers across multiple age categories, ensuring a competitive yet friendly atmosphere. Donβt miss out on this incredible opportunity to experience the vibrant community of Hillsborough while challenging yourself on a beautiful fall 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 9th 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 1st October Fleet Feet Durham (Southpoint Store), 4-7pm
* Saturday 3rd October, Hillsborough, Farmers Mkt Pavilion (race finish area), 1-5pm
* Sunday 4th 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; 80-84; 85-90; 90+
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; 80-84; 85-90; 90+
CUT OFF TIME
End of race is 11am for both races, which is 3.5 hours for the half marathon, and 3 hours 20 mins for the 5K
PARKING
See parking map further below. Park in the green areas only.
Races
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Half Marathon Registration
Incl. $6.05 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 4th October 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$86.05
CLOSED -
5K Registration
Incl. $3.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 4th October 2026 (7:45AM EDT)
$43.65
CLOSED -
Half Marathon Registration - No Shirt
Incl. $5.45 Fee
Sun 4th October 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$75.45
CLOSED -
5K Registration - No Shirt
Incl. $3.05 Fee
Sun 4th October 2026 (7:45AM EDT)
$33.05
CLOSED
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Eno River Farmers Market, 144 E. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, 27278, NC, United States
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