Donate Life NC Hero Run
- Date Sun 14th September 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Durham, North Carolina
- Price $22.65 - $38.70
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to put on your favorite hero costume and join the fun at the 2025 Donate Life NC Hero Run on Sunday, September 14, 2025, in the beautiful city of Durham! This exciting event will take place on the picturesque American Tobacco Trail, starting at Herndon Park. Participants can choose from a 5K run/walk/roll for just $35, or join the 1-mile fun run for $20. Both races promise a day filled with community spirit, as we come together to raise awareness for organ, eye, and tissue donation in North Carolina.
Don't miss out on the chance to celebrate the hero in all of us! The 5K will feature awards for the top finishers across various age groups, ensuring a competitive yet friendly atmosphere. Plus, all registered participants will enjoy a race t-shirt, a bib with a timing chip, and refreshments after the event. For those who prefer to sleep in, the "Sleep in Superhero" option allows you to contribute while receiving a race t-shirt for only $25. Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and be part of this meaningful event that supports a vital cause!
Don't miss out on the chance to celebrate the hero in all of us! The 5K will feature awards for the top finishers across various age groups, ensuring a competitive yet friendly atmosphere. Plus, all registered participants will enjoy a race t-shirt, a bib with a timing chip, and refreshments after the event. For those who prefer to sleep in, the "Sleep in Superhero" option allows you to contribute while receiving a race t-shirt for only $25. Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and be part of this meaningful event that supports a vital cause!
Organiser's Description
NOTE: REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 12 TO ENSURE A T-SHIRT. REGISTRATIONS AFTER SEPTEMBER 1 WILL RECEIVE T-SHIRTS IF AVAILABLE!
Get your favorite hero costume ready for the 2025 Donate Life NC Hero Run! Join us in celebrating the hero in all of us as we run/walk/roll on the American Tobacco Trail in Durham and build awareness of organ, eye and tissue donation in NC!
RACE DESCRIPTION/DETAILS*:
The race will begin at Herndon Park in Durham. Runners and walkers will do an out and back on the American Tobacco Trail and end back at the park for refreshments and awards!
Parking is located at Herndon Park, 511 Scott King Road in Durham. Follow our signs to the starting line.
All funds go towards continued outreach and education statewide.
Registration Fees/Dates/Categories:
5K Run/Walk/Roll: $35.00 per person. Race registration includes a t-shirt, bib with timing chip and refreshments after the event.
1 mile fun run: $20.00 per person. The 1 Mile Fun Run includes a bib and the post race party!
Sleep in Superhero: $25.00 per person. Can't run or just don't want to get up early? Register as a Sleep In Superhero and we'll send you a race t-shirt!
AWARDS/CATEGORIES:
5K -Top 3 Male & Female Overall
Top 3 Combined Male & Female10 & under
Top 1 Male & Female in the following age groups: 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Get your favorite hero costume ready for the 2025 Donate Life NC Hero Run! Join us in celebrating the hero in all of us as we run/walk/roll on the American Tobacco Trail in Durham and build awareness of organ, eye and tissue donation in NC!
RACE DESCRIPTION/DETAILS*:
The race will begin at Herndon Park in Durham. Runners and walkers will do an out and back on the American Tobacco Trail and end back at the park for refreshments and awards!
Parking is located at Herndon Park, 511 Scott King Road in Durham. Follow our signs to the starting line.
All funds go towards continued outreach and education statewide.
Registration Fees/Dates/Categories:
5K Run/Walk/Roll: $35.00 per person. Race registration includes a t-shirt, bib with timing chip and refreshments after the event.
1 mile fun run: $20.00 per person. The 1 Mile Fun Run includes a bib and the post race party!
Sleep in Superhero: $25.00 per person. Can't run or just don't want to get up early? Register as a Sleep In Superhero and we'll send you a race t-shirt!
AWARDS/CATEGORIES:
5K -Top 3 Male & Female Overall
Top 3 Combined Male & Female10 & under
Top 1 Male & Female in the following age groups: 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Races
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5k Run/Walk/Roll
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 14th September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.70
Join us for a fun morning at Herndon Park in Durham for the Hero Run 5K! Wear your best superhero costume, come with a team or run in honor of someone special! -
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk/Roll
Incl. $2.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 14th September 2025 (8:10AM EDT)
$22.65
If a 5K seems too daunting, join us for a wonderful 1 mile run run and walk on the American Tobacco Trail! Wear your favorite superhero costume and help us celebrate the hero in all of us! -
Sleep in Superhero
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
$28.00
VIRTUAL RUN ONLY! Can't run or just don't want to get up early? Register as a Sleep In Superhero and we'll send you a race t-shirt!
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