Greater Goldsboro Road Run - Run for a Child

  • Date Sat 28th March 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Goldsboro, North Carolina
  • Price $22.65 - $33.35
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the 47th Annual Greater Goldsboro Road Run - Run for a Child on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in the charming city of Goldsboro, Wayne County, North Carolina. This beloved event, one of the oldest road races in the state, has been a cherished tradition since 1979, bringing together community members for a day of fun, fitness, and philanthropy.

Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including a 10K run, a 5K run/walk, and a 1-mile fun run, all set against a picturesque backdrop of azaleas and dogwoods along the USATF certified course. The event kicks off at 9:00 AM, with all races starting near The Hub at the intersection of Center and Chestnut Streets. This year, the Greater Goldsboro Road Run not only promises an exhilarating race experience but also serves as a fundraiser to support local organizations dedicated to helping children and youth in need. With electronic bib timing, awards for top finishers, and race t-shirts for pre-registered participants, this event is designed to create lasting memories. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this inspiring community celebration!

Organiser's Description

Experience one of the oldest road runs in North Carolina. Except for the 2020 year due to the pandemic, the
event has been held annually since 1979. Come be part of a running event with a long tradition and enjoy a run
or walk on a USATF certified course primarily along streets lined with azaleas and dogwoods. Participants can
enjoy The Hub as well as the further extensions of the Streetscape improvements to Center Street. Our
volunteers will observe safety precautions as necessary to facilitate another excellent event.

The Run for a Child 47TH ANNUAL GREATER GOLDSBORO ROAD RUN is facilitated by the Sunrise Kiwanis of
Goldsboro. The event is a fundraiser to help support our purpose of assisting the children and youth of our
community. The funds generated from event sponsorships and participants go toward financial support for over
20 local organizations that assist the needy children and youth of Wayne County.

Our 10K run, 5K Run/Walk, and 1-mile Fun Run routes are downtown again this year. The starting locations
for all events will be near The Hub located at the Southeast intersection of Center and Chestnut Streets
downtown in Goldsboro NC with all starting times beginning at 9:00 AM.



REGISTRATION AND PRE-REGISTRATION: The Hub, 200 S. Center St., Southeast corner of S. Center Street and W.Chestnut Street downtown Goldsboro.



ENTRY FEES:

5K Walk, 5K Run, 10K Run
$30.00 pre-registration, $40.00 - race day registration.

1 Mile Fun Run
$20.00 pre-registration/$15.00 each for 2 or more members of same immediate family.

Deadline for on-line pre-registration is 11:00 PM, Wednesday, March 25, 2026. On-line registration will re-open on
race day at 12:01 AM. Hard copy pre-registration ends at 5:00 PM, Thursday, March 26, 2026.

Race day pre-registration pickup begins at 7:00 AM.



AWARDS:

5K and 10K Runs Male and Female
First Place Trophy
Second Place Silver Medallion
Third Place Bronze Medallion
First Three Places in each age group Medallion

1 Mile Fun Run
Medal for each participant



RACE CATEGORIES:

5K WALK/RUN & 10K RUN
under 15, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+

1-MILE FUN RUN
open to all ages



TIMING: Electronic bib timing by Run the East LLC. All pre-registered entrants can pick up registration packs at check-in the morning of the run.

Race t-shirts are provided to all participants that pre-register.
Shirt sizes are available in Youth Small, Medium, and Large and Adult Small, Medium, Large, and XL.

NOTES: Participant registration packs can also be picked up from 500PM on Friday, March 27th at the downtown Goldsboro Fire Department garage entrance that faces out to The Hub. Please let us know if you plan early pick-up.

Races

  • 10k

    Incl. $3.35 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $33.35

    OPENS 12 SEP
  • 5K Run

    Incl. $3.35 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $33.35

    OPENS 12 SEP
  • 5K Walk

    Incl. $3.35 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $33.35

    OPENS 12 SEP
  • 1M Fun Run

    Incl. $2.65 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $22.65

    OPENS 12 SEP

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The Hub, 200 S. Center St., Goldsboro, 27532, NC, United States

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