Matt's Run to Fight Hunger/The Big Run
- Date Wed 3rd June 2026
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Greensboro, North Carolina
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for an inspiring event that combines fitness and community spirit! On Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026, join us in Greensboro, Guilford for Matt's Run to Fight Hunger/The Big Run, a fantastic celebration of Global Running Day. This fun run is completely free, with all proceeds benefiting the Second Harvest Food Bank to help provide meals for those in need. Participants are encouraged to make a donation to receive an event t-shirt, which can be picked up at Fleet Feet Greensboro or on race day at the event site.
The run kicks off in the parking lot next to Mt. Pisgah Church at 2600 Pisgah Church Rd, with the event atmosphere set to be lively and uplifting. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking to get active, this event promises to inspire everyone in the community. Don’t forget to register by May 18, 2026, to ensure you snag your shirt! Join us in making a difference, one step at a time, and experience how running truly changes everything!
The run kicks off in the parking lot next to Mt. Pisgah Church at 2600 Pisgah Church Rd, with the event atmosphere set to be lively and uplifting. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking to get active, this event promises to inspire everyone in the community. Don’t forget to register by May 18, 2026, to ensure you snag your shirt! Join us in making a difference, one step at a time, and experience how running truly changes everything!
Organiser's Description
On June 3rd, lets inspire the runner in everyone.
The Big Run and Matt's Run to Fight Hunger have combined forces to make Global Running Day in the Triad the best ever! All proceeds from the race will go to Second Harvest Food Bank.
Come run with us on June 3, 2026! This is a free fun run. Yes, free. We do ask that each person make a donation to Second Harvest Food Bank in order to receive an event t-shirt. You may pick up your race shirt at Fleet Feet Greensboro on June 2nd from 4-6pm or on the day of the event, June 3rd, 2026 from 12-4pm at Fleet Feet Greensboro and at the race site from 5:30-6:15pm. The run will actually start and finish in the parking lot next to Mt. Pisgah Church at 2600 Pisgah Church Rd. To ensure you get a t-shirt, please register by May 18, 2026. You may register race day and pick up your shirt from 5:30-6:15pm at this location.
_WHY? _Because RUNNING CHANGES EVERYTHINGtrade mark.
_HELP US GIVE BACK_: We want to support our local community and give back to the Second Harvest Food Bank. All proceeds from the event will go towards Second Harvest Food Bank and any additional donations would be appreciated. Each dollar collected for this event provides 6 meals from Second Harvest to those in need.
Stay inspired:
Not sure where to start? Come see us so we can outfit you in the best gear, talk about your goals, and make sure you meet them. We're here to help.
Search #thebigrun on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter to see how our epic coast-to-coast running community celebrated at The Big Run last year.
ABOUT MATT'S RUN TO FIGHT HUNGER: Matts Run to Fight Hunger originated to celebrate Matt Kettermans 23-year running streak of not missing a day. Yes, that is 8,700 days in a row. While Matt retired his streak due to surgery in 2015, his passion for feeding hungry families continues. Second Harvest Food Bank has been the recipient of thousands of meals due to the generosity of those of you in the running community!
ABOUT FLEET FEET: Committed to providing expert advice, data-driven insights, head-to-toe product solutions, and robust training programs, each Fleet Feet location serves runners based on the belief that RUNNING CHANGES EVERYTHINGtrade mark. Learn more at fleetfeet.com
The Big Run and Matt's Run to Fight Hunger have combined forces to make Global Running Day in the Triad the best ever! All proceeds from the race will go to Second Harvest Food Bank.
Come run with us on June 3, 2026! This is a free fun run. Yes, free. We do ask that each person make a donation to Second Harvest Food Bank in order to receive an event t-shirt. You may pick up your race shirt at Fleet Feet Greensboro on June 2nd from 4-6pm or on the day of the event, June 3rd, 2026 from 12-4pm at Fleet Feet Greensboro and at the race site from 5:30-6:15pm. The run will actually start and finish in the parking lot next to Mt. Pisgah Church at 2600 Pisgah Church Rd. To ensure you get a t-shirt, please register by May 18, 2026. You may register race day and pick up your shirt from 5:30-6:15pm at this location.
_WHY? _Because RUNNING CHANGES EVERYTHINGtrade mark.
_HELP US GIVE BACK_: We want to support our local community and give back to the Second Harvest Food Bank. All proceeds from the event will go towards Second Harvest Food Bank and any additional donations would be appreciated. Each dollar collected for this event provides 6 meals from Second Harvest to those in need.
Stay inspired:
Not sure where to start? Come see us so we can outfit you in the best gear, talk about your goals, and make sure you meet them. We're here to help.
Search #thebigrun on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter to see how our epic coast-to-coast running community celebrated at The Big Run last year.
ABOUT MATT'S RUN TO FIGHT HUNGER: Matts Run to Fight Hunger originated to celebrate Matt Kettermans 23-year running streak of not missing a day. Yes, that is 8,700 days in a row. While Matt retired his streak due to surgery in 2015, his passion for feeding hungry families continues. Second Harvest Food Bank has been the recipient of thousands of meals due to the generosity of those of you in the running community!
ABOUT FLEET FEET: Committed to providing expert advice, data-driven insights, head-to-toe product solutions, and robust training programs, each Fleet Feet location serves runners based on the belief that RUNNING CHANGES EVERYTHINGtrade mark. Learn more at fleetfeet.com
Races
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Road 5K Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Wed 3rd June 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
Free
Packet Pick Up will be 6/2/2026 from 4-6pm at Fleet Feet Greensboro and on 6/3/2026 at Fleet Feet Greensboro from 12-4pm and from 5:30-6:15pm at the parking lot of Mt. Pisgah Church at 2600 Pisgah Church Rd. 5K Fun Run will begin at 6:30pm.
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