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
Event summary
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with the Fortnight Before Christmas, an exciting event hosted by Fit & Able Productions, Inc.! This festive gathering will take place on Saturday, December 12, 2026, at the beautiful Northwest Cary YMCA in Cary, Wake. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including a 5K, a 7K, and a fun mile, with all races starting at 8:00 AM.
Not only will you have the chance to set a new course record and win great prizes, but you can also contribute to a worthy cause by bringing new or gently used winter hats and gloves for children and teens in need. This heartwarming initiative supports the YMCA’s Community Supported Programs, helping families access essential services and spreading joy during the holiday season. Join us for a day filled with fun, community spirit, and the chance to earn rewards while making a difference! Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to celebrate the holidays with family and friends at the Fortnight Before Christmas!
Not only will you have the chance to set a new course record and win great prizes, but you can also contribute to a worthy cause by bringing new or gently used winter hats and gloves for children and teens in need. This heartwarming initiative supports the YMCA’s Community Supported Programs, helping families access essential services and spreading joy during the holiday season. Join us for a day filled with fun, community spirit, and the chance to earn rewards while making a difference! Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to celebrate the holidays with family and friends at 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!
Fit & Able is proud to bring back the Fortnight Before Christmas at an all new venue hosted by the Northwest Cary YMCA and course on the Cary Greenways.
On race day we will be gathering new or gently used winter hats and gloves to benefit children and teens (ages 0 - 18) who are part of the Ys Community Supported Programs that offer families and children access to summer camp, afterschool activities, swim lessons, and Community Navigation Services and help make a real difference in our community.
All clothing donations will be distributed to families during the Annual Holiday Gift Drive to spread warmth and joy to those who need it most this season. All financial donations to the YMCA will be used to purchase items to be distributed 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!
Fit & Able is proud to bring back the Fortnight Before Christmas at an all new venue hosted by the Northwest Cary YMCA and course on the Cary Greenways.
On race day we will be gathering new or gently used winter hats and gloves to benefit children and teens (ages 0 - 18) who are part of the Ys Community Supported Programs that offer families and children access to summer camp, afterschool activities, swim lessons, and Community Navigation Services and help make a real difference in our community.
All clothing donations will be distributed to families during the Annual Holiday Gift Drive to spread warmth and joy to those who need it most this season. All financial donations to the YMCA will be used to purchase items to be distributed 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. $3.70 Fee & Fortnight Before Christmas Shirt
Sat 12th December 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$48.70
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Fortnight Before Christmas Shirt
Sat 12th December 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$38.10
-
Fun Mile
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 12th December 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$27.50
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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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