License to Fly 5k
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Coats, North Carolina
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the inaugural License to Fly 5k, taking place on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in the charming town of Coats, Harnett! This exciting event kicks off at 8:00 a.m. and promises a vibrant atmosphere as participants race through a scenic course that begins and ends near the beautiful mural in Downtown Coats.
Not only will runners enjoy a professionally chip-timed race, but they'll also have the chance to earn medals for their outstanding performances. The top three overall male and female finishers will be honored, alongside age group awards for various categories ranging from 14 and under to 70 and up. The License to Fly 5k is part of a thrilling Harnett County series, allowing participants to bundle their registrations for races in Erwin and Dunn, providing both excitement and savings! Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit, all while supporting The Coats Lions Club!
Not only will runners enjoy a professionally chip-timed race, but they'll also have the chance to earn medals for their outstanding performances. The top three overall male and female finishers will be honored, alongside age group awards for various categories ranging from 14 and under to 70 and up. The License to Fly 5k is part of a thrilling Harnett County series, allowing participants to bundle their registrations for races in Erwin and Dunn, providing both excitement and savings! Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit, all while supporting The Coats Lions Club!
Organiser's Description
This will be the first running of the Licensed to Fly 5k. The proceeds this year will benefit The Coats Lions Club. This course will begin and end near the mural in Downtown Coats. The race is scheduled for Saturday May 9, 2026. The race will start at 8:00 a.m. and will be chip timed. Medals will be presented to the top 3 overall female and male. Age group medals will be given to females and males based on USAT&F 10 year groupings: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and up.
This race will be the first of a Harnett County series, partnered with races in Erwin and Dunn. Sign up for all three using the "Bundle" option and save some money! Bundle registration will only be offered until 3/31/26 when the registration for the first race closes.
This race will be the first of a Harnett County series, partnered with races in Erwin and Dunn. Sign up for all three using the "Bundle" option and save some money! Bundle registration will only be offered until 3/31/26 when the registration for the first race closes.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 9th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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214 E Park St, Coats, 27521, NC, United States
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