Fortnight Before Christmas
From Fit & Able Productions, Inc.
- Date Sat 12th December 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Cary, North Carolina
- Price $6.30 - $107.00
- Races 8 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Fortnight Before Christmas event organized by Fit & Able Productions, Inc. on Saturday, December 12, 2026, in Cary, Wake! This exciting race day features both in-person and virtual options, with participants able to choose between a 5K and a 7K, as well as a fun mile for those looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll or run. The event kicks off at 8:00 AM with staggered starts, and the course will remain open until 9:30 AM.
Not only is this a fantastic opportunity to get active and enjoy the festive spirit, but it's also a chance to give back! All donations will go towards providing hats, gloves, and coats for those in need through the Northwest Cary YMCA. Plus, if we reach 500 participants, two lucky racers will win a free entry to every Fit & Able race for a year—a value of nearly $1,000! With over $4,000 in potential awards and prizes, including chances to set new course records, this event promises to be a highlight of your holiday season. Don't miss out on the fun and community spirit—register now and be part of the Fortnight Before Christmas!
Not only is this a fantastic opportunity to get active and enjoy the festive spirit, but it's also a chance to give back! All donations will go towards providing hats, gloves, and coats for those in need through the Northwest Cary YMCA. Plus, if we reach 500 participants, two lucky racers will win a free entry to every Fit & Able race for a year—a value of nearly $1,000! With over $4,000 in potential awards and prizes, including chances to set new course records, this event promises to be a highlight of your holiday season. Don't miss out on the fun and community spirit—register now and be part of the Fortnight Before Christmas!
Organiser's Description
Course Records - Northwest Cary YMCA
Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code!
5K - MALE: n/a 5K - FEMALE: n/a
7K - FEMALE: n/a 7K - FEMALE: n/a
RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL!
HELP US GET TO 500 PARTICIPANTS (IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL 5K AND 7K) AND WE WILL GIVE ONE MALE AND ONE FEMALE PARTICIPANT A FREE YEAR OF FIT & ABLE-OWNED RACES! THAT'S A FREE ENTRY OF YOUR CHOICE TO EACH FIT & ABLE RACE - A NEARLY $1,000 VALUE!
* MUST BE REGISTERED IN THE IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL 5K OR 7K TO BE ELIGIBLE TO WIN. RANDOM DRAWING AFTER THE IN-PERSON RACE.
Fit & Able is proud to bring back the Fortnight Before Christmas.
All donations will be used to purchase hats, gloves, and coats for the Northwest Cary YMCA to distribute where needed. We will also be collecting donations of new or gently-used hats, gloves, and coats on race day as well.
IN-PERSON RACE INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/FortnightBeforeChristmas/Page/inperson]
VIRTUAL RACE INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/FortnightBeforeChristmas/Page/virtual]
COURSE MAPS [https://runsignup.com/Race/FortnightBeforeChristmas/Page/coursemaps]
EXHIBITOR INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/FortnightBeforeChristmas/Page/exhibitor]
SPECTATOR INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/FortnightBeforeChristmas/Page/spectator]
All races will have a staggered start beginning at 8:00 AM (in order of distance) and the course closes for all races at 9:30 AM (IN-PERSON RACE DAY SCHEDULE) [https://runsignup.com/Race/FortnightBeforeChristmas/Page/inperson]. Please consider your race pace when deciding which event to run. _* For any participants who feel they may need some extra time, please contact us at INFO@FITANDABLE.NET. _
WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH FORTNIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS REGISTRATION:
*
IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL 5K, 7K, AND FUN MILE RACE OPTIONS
*
FORTNIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS SHIRT AND SANTA HAT INCLUDED FOR ALL 5K AND 7K PARTICIPANTS; SANTA HAT FOR THE FUN MILE PARTICIPANTS (GUARANTEED IF SIGNED UP BY NOVEMBER 29TH). SHIRTS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE SEPARATELY.
*
OVER $4,000 IN POTENTIAL IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL OVERALL (TOP 3 MALE / FEMALE), AGE GROUP (TOP 3 MALE / FEMALE), PICKING UP THE PACE, AND NEW COURSE RECORD AWARDS
*
GREAT REWARDS AND PRIZES YOU CAN EARN BY REFERRING YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO SIGN UP WITH YOU OR EVEN RECRUITING THEM TO RACE AS A "TEAM"!_ * MORE DETAILS BELOW_
*
EARN POINTS FOR FIT & ABLE'S FREE-FOR-ALL RACE SERIES TO WIN BIG END-OF-YEAR PRIZES! CHECK OUT THE CURRENT STANDINGS: FREE-FOR-ALL RACE SERIES [https://runsignup.com/Series/Fit-and-Able-Free-for-All].
If you are interested in sponsoring the Fortnight Before Christmas please email INFO@FITANDABLE.NET for more information!
WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU AT THE FORTNIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS!
Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code!
5K - MALE: n/a 5K - FEMALE: n/a
7K - FEMALE: n/a 7K - FEMALE: n/a
RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL!
HELP US GET TO 500 PARTICIPANTS (IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL 5K AND 7K) AND WE WILL GIVE ONE MALE AND ONE FEMALE PARTICIPANT A FREE YEAR OF FIT & ABLE-OWNED RACES! THAT'S A FREE ENTRY OF YOUR CHOICE TO EACH FIT & ABLE RACE - A NEARLY $1,000 VALUE!
* MUST BE REGISTERED IN THE IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL 5K OR 7K TO BE ELIGIBLE TO WIN. RANDOM DRAWING AFTER THE IN-PERSON RACE.
Fit & Able is proud to bring back the Fortnight Before Christmas.
All donations will be used to purchase hats, gloves, and coats for the Northwest Cary YMCA to distribute where needed. We will also be collecting donations of new or gently-used hats, gloves, and coats on race day as well.
IN-PERSON RACE INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/FortnightBeforeChristmas/Page/inperson]
VIRTUAL RACE INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/FortnightBeforeChristmas/Page/virtual]
COURSE MAPS [https://runsignup.com/Race/FortnightBeforeChristmas/Page/coursemaps]
EXHIBITOR INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/FortnightBeforeChristmas/Page/exhibitor]
SPECTATOR INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/FortnightBeforeChristmas/Page/spectator]
All races will have a staggered start beginning at 8:00 AM (in order of distance) and the course closes for all races at 9:30 AM (IN-PERSON RACE DAY SCHEDULE) [https://runsignup.com/Race/FortnightBeforeChristmas/Page/inperson]. Please consider your race pace when deciding which event to run. _* For any participants who feel they may need some extra time, please contact us at INFO@FITANDABLE.NET. _
WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH FORTNIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS REGISTRATION:
*
IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL 5K, 7K, AND FUN MILE RACE OPTIONS
*
FORTNIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS SHIRT AND SANTA HAT INCLUDED FOR ALL 5K AND 7K PARTICIPANTS; SANTA HAT FOR THE FUN MILE PARTICIPANTS (GUARANTEED IF SIGNED UP BY NOVEMBER 29TH). SHIRTS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE SEPARATELY.
*
OVER $4,000 IN POTENTIAL IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL OVERALL (TOP 3 MALE / FEMALE), AGE GROUP (TOP 3 MALE / FEMALE), PICKING UP THE PACE, AND NEW COURSE RECORD AWARDS
*
GREAT REWARDS AND PRIZES YOU CAN EARN BY REFERRING YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO SIGN UP WITH YOU OR EVEN RECRUITING THEM TO RACE AS A "TEAM"!_ * MORE DETAILS BELOW_
*
EARN POINTS FOR FIT & ABLE'S FREE-FOR-ALL RACE SERIES TO WIN BIG END-OF-YEAR PRIZES! CHECK OUT THE CURRENT STANDINGS: FREE-FOR-ALL RACE SERIES [https://runsignup.com/Series/Fit-and-Able-Free-for-All].
If you are interested in sponsoring the Fortnight Before Christmas please email INFO@FITANDABLE.NET for more information!
WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU AT THE FORTNIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS!
Races
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7k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Fortnight Before Christmas Shirt
Sat 12th December 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$43.40
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5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Fortnight Before Christmas Shirt
Sat 12th December 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$32.80
-
Fun Mile
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 12th December 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$22.20
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Kids in Strollers
Incl. $1.30 Fee
Sat 12th December 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$6.30
Parents registered in either the 5K, 7K, or Fun Run races may push small children in a stroller. All participants must be registered and numbered to enter the course. PLEASE REGISTER THE CHILD UNDER THEIR OWN NAME AND BIRTHDATE, NOT A PARENT'S! -
Virtual 7K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Fortnight Before Christmas Shirt
$38.10
This is a VIRTUAL race! -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Fortnight Before Christmas Shirt
$38.10
This is a VIRTUAL race! -
Virtual Fun Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee
$38.10
This is a VIRTUAL race! -
Exhibitor
Incl. $7.00 Fee
Sat 12th December 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$107.00
This reserves Event Vendor booth space only. Race registration not included.
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6903 Carpenter Fire Station Rd., Cary, 27519, NC, United States
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