Philippians Place 5k "Road to Reentry"

  • Date Sat 30th May 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Jacksonville, North Carolina
  • Price $38.96
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for the Philippians Place 5k "Road to Reentry" on Saturday, May 30, 2026, in Jacksonville, Onslow. This uplifting event aims to raise awareness and support for men reentering society who are facing homelessness, showcasing the transformative impact of Philippians Place. Participants can choose to run or walk in the 5k race, or join in the fun with a family-friendly 1-mile option.

In addition to the races, the event fosters community spirit with friendly competition among military units, churches, businesses, and agencies, with trophies awarded to the largest groups. Local vendors and food trucks will be on-site, providing resources and delicious options for participants and their families. Don't miss the exciting Road2Reentry Car Show, featuring awards for various categories, and enjoy live music from a local church band on the Riverwalk Stage. Join us in making a difference and celebrating our community while having a blast!

Organiser's Description

Philippians Places Vision is to Disciple, Equip, and House men reentering society and facing homelessness". The purpose of this event is to share with our community how Philippians Place is changing the lives of men returning from incarceration and reducing recidivism in Onslow County. Funds raised from this event will help us attain more housing for our Men's Reentry Transitional Housing Program

Our race event will include a 5k for individual or group runners/walkers, as well as a 1Mile for families/individuals/groups. We will have a friendly competition between military units, churches, businesses, and agency groups by awarding trophies to the largest groups.

We are seeking local community churches, agencies, businesses, and nonprofits to become vendors and/or sponsors that support our men and mission. Vendors will give out information that helps prevent incarceration and/or provides local information and resources available to those recently incarcerated.

We are seeking local Food Trucks to be available for race participants and their families and friends to enjoy food prior to the race and/or after the race. A Peoples Choice Award will be given to the best food truck and beverage truck. We are also seeking car owners to participate in our Road2Reentry Car Show. Trophies will be given for Best in Show, Peoples Choice, Best Engine, Best Interior, and Best Paint.

We have a local church band that will provide live entertainment on the Riverwalk Stage after the event and in-between announcements and winner awards.

Races

  • 5k Rn/Walk

    Incl. $3.96 Fee

    Sat 30th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $38.96

    Philippians Places Vision is to Disciple, Equip, and House men reentering society and facing homelessness". The purpose of this event is to share with our community how Philippians Place is changing the lives of men returning from incarceration and reducing recidivism in Onslow County. Funds raised from this event will help us attain more housing for our Men's Reentry Transitional Housing Program
  • Virtual 5k Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.96 Fee

    $38.96

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421 Court St, Jacksonville, 28540, NC, United States

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