Cape Fear River Run
- Date Sun 9th November 2025
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location Fayetteville, North Carolina
- Price $69.90 - $144.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Cape Fear River Run on Sunday, November 9, 2025, in the beautiful city of Fayetteville, Cumberland! This exciting new running event offers participants three fantastic race options: a 10K, a Half Marathon, and the ultimate challenge, the River Rage Challenge, where you can tackle both distances! Runners will enjoy the scenic Cape Fear River Trail, a stunning paved greenway that winds along the picturesque river, making this an unforgettable experience.
The event kicks off at the Cape Fear Botanical Garden, where both the 10K and Half Marathon routes promise breathtaking views and supportive aid stations along the way. Whether you're aiming for a personal best in the 10K or conquering the 13.35-mile Half Marathon, there's something for every level of runner. Plus, if you're feeling extra ambitious, the River Rage Challenge awaits, providing a unique opportunity to earn a bonus medal after completing both races! With a VIP Experience available for those looking for a little extra luxury, the Cape Fear River Run is the perfect way to enjoy a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit. Don't miss out on this exciting event!
The event kicks off at the Cape Fear Botanical Garden, where both the 10K and Half Marathon routes promise breathtaking views and supportive aid stations along the way. Whether you're aiming for a personal best in the 10K or conquering the 13.35-mile Half Marathon, there's something for every level of runner. Plus, if you're feeling extra ambitious, the River Rage Challenge awaits, providing a unique opportunity to earn a bonus medal after completing both races! With a VIP Experience available for those looking for a little extra luxury, the Cape Fear River Run is the perfect way to enjoy a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit. Don't miss out on this exciting event!
Organiser's Description
Welcome to Fayetteville's newest running event! Runners wanted a longer event locally and here you go! This race will have three options: a 10k, a Half Marathon, and a River Rage Challenge where you can run both! Both races will feature different routes and use the CAPE FEAR RIVER TRAIL. This trail is a beautiful, paved greenway trail along the Cape Fear River. The start and finish line will be at the CAPE FEAR BOTANICAL GARDEN. There will be on course support. There will be no pets allowed at this event.
This race will have an option to add on a VIP EXPERIENCE. This includes a private heated tent for VIPs only, VIP only refreshments, Bag storage, and VIP line for early packet pick up. Limited to 35 entrants.
The 10K ROUTE will use part of the Linear Park Trail and the Cape Fear River Trail passing under one trail trestle. There will be an aid station at the turnaround point (2.83 miles). Race cutoff is 8:30AM (90 minutes). That is a 14:29 minute mile pace.
The HALF MARATHON ROUTE (13.35 miles) will traverse the Cape Fear River Trail and pass under two covered trestles and past a waterfall. There will be aid at Clark Park (approximately 3.1 and 10.37 miles) and at turn around point (6.78 miles). Race cutoff is 11:30AM (3:15hrs). That is a 14:52 min mile pace.
For those that want the extra challenge of the RIVER RAGE, you get to do both races! Start with the 10k race and finish. Then race the Half Marathon and finish for a bonus challenge medal! If you finish before the Half starts (800am) just wait and start with the crowd. If you finish after the Half starts, just continue running.
Speaking of medals, we will have a medal tent near the finish line. So after you complete your race or races, proceed to the medal tent to collect your bling! Each race will have unique bibs to help identify what medals you have earned.
This race will have an option to add on a VIP EXPERIENCE. This includes a private heated tent for VIPs only, VIP only refreshments, Bag storage, and VIP line for early packet pick up. Limited to 35 entrants.
The 10K ROUTE will use part of the Linear Park Trail and the Cape Fear River Trail passing under one trail trestle. There will be an aid station at the turnaround point (2.83 miles). Race cutoff is 8:30AM (90 minutes). That is a 14:29 minute mile pace.
The HALF MARATHON ROUTE (13.35 miles) will traverse the Cape Fear River Trail and pass under two covered trestles and past a waterfall. There will be aid at Clark Park (approximately 3.1 and 10.37 miles) and at turn around point (6.78 miles). Race cutoff is 11:30AM (3:15hrs). That is a 14:52 min mile pace.
For those that want the extra challenge of the RIVER RAGE, you get to do both races! Start with the 10k race and finish. Then race the Half Marathon and finish for a bonus challenge medal! If you finish before the Half starts (800am) just wait and start with the crowd. If you finish after the Half starts, just continue running.
Speaking of medals, we will have a medal tent near the finish line. So after you complete your race or races, proceed to the medal tent to collect your bling! Each race will have unique bibs to help identify what medals you have earned.
Races
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Cape Fear 10k
Incl. $4.90 Fee & Beanie Hat
Sun 9th November 2025 (7:00AM EST)
$69.90
OPENS AUG 25Must maintain a 14:29 minute pace -
Cape Fear Half Marathon
Incl. $6.10 Fee & Zip Up Jacket
Sun 9th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$91.10
OPENS AUG 25Must maintain a 14:52 minute pace -
River Rage Double
Incl. $9.10 Fee & Zip Up Jacket
Sun 9th November 2025 (7:00AM EST)
$144.10
OPENS AUG 25Start the 10k and finish BEFORE 830AM! Then run the half! Course closes at 1115AM!
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