Pirate Nurse 5K
- Date Sun 29th March 2026 - Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Greenville, North Carolina
- Price Free - $38.70
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Pirate Nurse 5K, taking place from March 29th to April 11th, 2026, in Greenville, Pitt! This beloved event is not only a race but a celebration of nursing culture, bringing together students, alumni, and supporters to connect and contribute to the future of nursing education at the ECU College of Nursing. Participants can choose between an in-person race or a virtual option, making it accessible for everyone.
The Kids' Run kicks off at 9:00 AM, followed by the main Pirate Nurse 5K at 9:15 AM. With individual registration priced at $35 and ECU student registration at $25 (with prices increasing after March 28th), this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. Runners will enjoy a scenic course that starts in front of the College, winds through the Medical District and Health Science Campus, and finishes at the Health Science Building. Plus, there are awards for the top male and female finishers, as well as recognition for the top two in each age category. Don’t forget to register early for a chance to snag a T-shirt and exciting giveaways. Join us for a fantastic day of community
The Kids' Run kicks off at 9:00 AM, followed by the main Pirate Nurse 5K at 9:15 AM. With individual registration priced at $35 and ECU student registration at $25 (with prices increasing after March 28th), this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. Runners will enjoy a scenic course that starts in front of the College, winds through the Medical District and Health Science Campus, and finishes at the Health Science Building. Plus, there are awards for the top male and female finishers, as well as recognition for the top two in each age category. Don’t forget to register early for a chance to snag a T-shirt and exciting giveaways. Join us for a fantastic day of community
Organiser's Description
The Pirate Nurse 5K has become a popular legacy event for current students, and a welcomed opportunity for sponsors to show their support for nursing students. Its also an opportunity for alumni to re-connect with the College of Nursing and show their support for future Pirate Nurses. In concert with nursing culture, the charitable aspect of the event is integral to the ideal of service, one of the hallmarks of nursing education at the ECU College of Nursing. There will be an in-person race and a virtual option (your choice)!!
The race day registration will end at 8:30am. The Kids' Run will start at 9:00am and the Pirate Nurse 5k will start at 9:15am. Come join us!!!
REGISTRATION FEES/DATES/CATEGORIES:
Individual Registration - $35
ECU Student Registration - $25
Prices increase by $10 after March 28th.
AWARDS/CATEGORIES:
Overall male and female; top two finishes in each age category (divisions of 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and up)
GIVEAWAY:
T-shirt and other gifts. Registration prices increase and no guaranteed t-shirts after March 28th.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Starts in front of the College and winds through the Medical District and the Health Science Campus, around Laupus Lake and finishes in front of the Health Science Building.
The race day registration will end at 8:30am. The Kids' Run will start at 9:00am and the Pirate Nurse 5k will start at 9:15am. Come join us!!!
REGISTRATION FEES/DATES/CATEGORIES:
Individual Registration - $35
ECU Student Registration - $25
Prices increase by $10 after March 28th.
AWARDS/CATEGORIES:
Overall male and female; top two finishes in each age category (divisions of 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and up)
GIVEAWAY:
T-shirt and other gifts. Registration prices increase and no guaranteed t-shirts after March 28th.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Starts in front of the College and winds through the Medical District and the Health Science Campus, around Laupus Lake and finishes in front of the Health Science Building.
Races
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Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.70
OPENS 07 NOVVirtual option - Complete your 5K anywhere, anytime March 23-April 5. ECU students will receive a $10 discount off of their registration! -
Kids' Run
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 07 NOV -
In-Person Race 5K
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
$38.70
OPENS 07 NOVECU students will receive a $10 discount off of their registration!
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