Pirate 5K & Half Marathon at Hickory City Park, Hickory, NC (14S30)
- Date Sat 4th April 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Hickory, North Carolina
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Pirate 5K & Half Marathon at Hickory City Park in Hickory, NC, on Saturday, April 4, 2026! This vibrant event kicks off at 8:30 AM, offering runners a choice between two thrilling race distances: a scenic 5K and a challenging Half Marathon. The 5K course features an out-and-back route, completed twice for a total of 3.1 miles, while the Half Marathon takes on the out-and-back course six times, covering a distance of 13.1 miles.
Participants are encouraged to register in advance through RunSignup, as there will be no on-site registration. Don't forget to arrive early for packet pickup, which begins 30 minutes before the race. All finishers will receive a themed medal, and we invite you to showcase your creativity with a costume for a chance to win the Best Costume award! With ample parking and restroom facilities available at the Trailhead, this event promises to be a memorable day for runners of all levels. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable race experience in the heart of Hickory!
Participants are encouraged to register in advance through RunSignup, as there will be no on-site registration. Don't forget to arrive early for packet pickup, which begins 30 minutes before the race. All finishers will receive a themed medal, and we invite you to showcase your creativity with a costume for a chance to win the Best Costume award! With ample parking and restroom facilities available at the Trailhead, this event promises to be a memorable day for runners of all levels. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable race experience in the heart of Hickory!
Organiser's Description
RACE INFORMATION
The race starts at 8:30 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Parking and restrooms are located at the Trailhead- https://maps.app.goo.gl/tJmT7w8PjTeEZpnXA
Registration and starting line are located north of the VFW, across the street from the corner of 16th Ave Pl NW and 12th St Dr NW- https://maps.app.goo.gl/5xTSLJccYk39YjU37
5K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6233736925
The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)
The 5K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5975171281
The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
All finishers will receive a themed medal.
BEST COSTUME
It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.
At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.
The best costume will be awarded at the beginning race.
SERIES POINTS
This race earns points towards the US Road Running Race Series.
For more information, go to https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com
The race starts at 8:30 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Parking and restrooms are located at the Trailhead- https://maps.app.goo.gl/tJmT7w8PjTeEZpnXA
Registration and starting line are located north of the VFW, across the street from the corner of 16th Ave Pl NW and 12th St Dr NW- https://maps.app.goo.gl/5xTSLJccYk39YjU37
5K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6233736925
The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)
The 5K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5975171281
The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
All finishers will receive a themed medal.
BEST COSTUME
It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.
At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.
The best costume will be awarded at the beginning race.
SERIES POINTS
This race earns points towards the US Road Running Race Series.
For more information, go to https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com
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1581 12th St Dr NW, Hickory, 28601, NC, United States
Pirate 5K & Half Marathon at Hickory City Park, Hickory, NC (14S30)
