RACE THE RUNWAY 5K

  • Date Sat 14th November 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Greenville, North Carolina
  • Price $40.00
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Get ready to take flight at the Race the Runway 5K on Saturday, November 14, 2026, in Greenville, Pitt! This exciting event is back for its second year, offering participants a unique opportunity to run, walk, or simply soak in the atmosphere on the actual flight line of PGV Airport. Whether you're aiming for a personal best, enjoying a leisurely stroll with friends and family, or simply a fan of aircraft, this community-centered event promises fun for everyone.

Participants can look forward to a vibrant 5K route featuring staged aircraft displays, engaging raffle giveaways, and even a canned food drive with a prize for the most generous donor! Proceeds from the event support the Junior League of Greenville, NC, advancing women's leadership and addressing food insecurity in the local community. Join us for a morning of camaraderie, excitement, and meaningful impactβ€”because this is more than just a race; it's a chance to connect, support, and celebrate our community while having a fantastic time!

Organiser's Description

Race the Runway 5K is back for its second year, and we are ready for takeoff!

We are partnering with PGV Airport to put on a one-of-a-kind event that gives registered participants the unique opportunity to run, walk, or simply experience the actual flight line. Whether you are chasing a personal best, enjoying a walk with friends, bringing the family out for a memorable morning, or you just really love aircraft this event is designed to be welcoming, fun, and community-centered.

Participants will enjoy:

* Access to the actual airport flight line
* Staged aircraft displays
* A fun and welcoming 5K route
* Raffle giveaways
* Canned food drive (w/ a prize for the race participant who donates the most!)
* Community connection
* A chance to support meaningful local impact

Junior League of Greenville, NC's mission is to advance womens leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training that strengthens Greenville and Pitt County. Proceeds from this event help support the Junior League of Greenville, NC's service efforts across Pitt County, including our work addressing food insecurity and supporting children, families, and community partners through hands-on service and local collaboration.

Whether you run, walk, cheer, volunteer, or come for the planes we are grateful to have you with us! This is more than a 5K. It is a chance to show up for community celebrate local partnerships, and do a little good while having a whole lot of fun!

Races

  • Race the Runway 5k

    Sat 14th November 2026 (8:00AM EST)

    $40.00

    We are partnering with PGV Airport to put on a one-of-a-kind event that gives registered participants the unique opportunity to run, walk, or simply experience the actual flight line. Whether you are chasing a personal best, enjoying a walk with friends, bringing the family out for a memorable morning, or you just really love aircrafts, this event is designed to be welcoming, fun, and community-centered. Participants will enjoy: - Access to the actual airport flight line - Staged aircraft displays - A fun and welcoming 5K route - Opportunities for runners, walkers, and aviation enthusiasts - Raffle giveaways - Canned food drive (w/ a prize for the race participant who donates the most!) - Community connection - A chance to support meaningful local impact

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Location

400 AIRPORT ROAD, Greenville, 27834, NC, United States

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