PT the Pirate 5K
- Date Sat 28th February 2026 - Mon 2nd March 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Greenville, North Carolina
- Price Free - $33.35
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 6th annual PT the Pirate 5K on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the stunning Wildwood Park in Greenville, North Carolina! This exciting event, organized by East Carolina University's Physical Therapy Club, promises a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit. The 5K race kicks off at 9:00 AM, following a free 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:30 AM. Participants of all ages can enjoy a scenic course while supporting a great cause, as all proceeds will benefit the student-run clinic and educational initiatives of the ECU PT Club.
Don’t miss your chance to win fantastic prizes, including coupons for local favorites like Fleet Feet Greenville and discounts for Cryotherapy treatments at Kinetic PT. After the race, stick around for complimentary refreshments, including beer for participants aged 21 and over, along with delicious food and engaging games. Registration is just $30 until February 6th, increasing to $35 until the day of the event, with a guaranteed T-shirt for those who register by February 2nd. Come celebrate six years of community and camaraderie at the PT the Pirate 5K – we can't wait to see you there!
Don’t miss your chance to win fantastic prizes, including coupons for local favorites like Fleet Feet Greenville and discounts for Cryotherapy treatments at Kinetic PT. After the race, stick around for complimentary refreshments, including beer for participants aged 21 and over, along with delicious food and engaging games. Registration is just $30 until February 6th, increasing to $35 until the day of the event, with a guaranteed T-shirt for those who register by February 2nd. Come celebrate six years of community and camaraderie at the PT the Pirate 5K – we can't wait to see you there!
Organiser's Description
East Carolina University's Physical Therapy Club is back hosting its 6th annual PT the Pirate 5k with support from our local sponsors! All proceeds will be used for equipment in our student-run clinic, student conferences, other education needs and promoting the ECU PT Club in Greenville and surrounding areas.
Our 1 Mile Fun Run is free and will start at 8:30am. Our 5k race will begin at 9:00am. Prizes will include coupons to Fleet Feet Greenville, discounts for Cryotherapy treatment at Kinetic PT in Greenville, and even more! Stick around after the race for free beer provided to participants (21+), food and games, as well as a tabling event to meet some of our sponsors! We hope you join us as we celebrate 6 years of our race!
COST OF REGISTRATION: $30 until February 6th. $35 until February 28th.
GIVEAWAY: All 5k participants who register before February 2nd will be guaranteed a T-shirt.
AGE GROUPS: Overall male and female, 15 and under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50 and up.
PACKET PICKUP: Friday, February 27th at Fleet Feet Greenville 5:00 - 7:00 PM. Packets can also be picked up the day of the race.
RACE COURSE: The race will be run on the beautiful trails of Wildwood Park. See below for current race route.
PARKING: There is ample parking at the Wildwood Park Welcome Center.
STRAVA RUN GROUP: Join our Strava group by clicking the link below and train for the race with other participants!
Our 1 Mile Fun Run is free and will start at 8:30am. Our 5k race will begin at 9:00am. Prizes will include coupons to Fleet Feet Greenville, discounts for Cryotherapy treatment at Kinetic PT in Greenville, and even more! Stick around after the race for free beer provided to participants (21+), food and games, as well as a tabling event to meet some of our sponsors! We hope you join us as we celebrate 6 years of our race!
COST OF REGISTRATION: $30 until February 6th. $35 until February 28th.
GIVEAWAY: All 5k participants who register before February 2nd will be guaranteed a T-shirt.
AGE GROUPS: Overall male and female, 15 and under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50 and up.
PACKET PICKUP: Friday, February 27th at Fleet Feet Greenville 5:00 - 7:00 PM. Packets can also be picked up the day of the race.
RACE COURSE: The race will be run on the beautiful trails of Wildwood Park. See below for current race route.
PARKING: There is ample parking at the Wildwood Park Welcome Center.
STRAVA RUN GROUP: Join our Strava group by clicking the link below and train for the race with other participants!
Races
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In Person 5K
Incl. $3.35 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th February 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$33.35
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1 Mile Fun Run (Untimed)
Sat 28th February 2026 (8:30AM EST)
Free
This is an untimed fun run! -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.35 Fee & T-Shirt
$33.35
Run anywhere on your own and upload your results via RaceJoy, February 28-March 2.
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