RISE UP! Run Over Cancer 5K
- Date Sat 8th November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Rocky Mount, North Carolina
- Price $28.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
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Event summary
Join us for the vibrant RISE UP! Run Over Cancer 5K on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in the beautiful city of Rocky Mount, Nash. This exciting city-wide race is not just about running; it's a heartfelt initiative aimed at raising funds for local cancer research and treatment through the UNC Health Nash Foundation. The event kicks off bright and early with check-in starting at 7:00 AM EST, followed by a fun-filled 1K Fun Run at 8:00 AM and the main 5K race at 8:30 AM.
Participants of all ages are welcome to take part in this inspiring event, which features a scenic course that showcases Rocky Mount’s historic landmarks and parks. With individual awards across multiple age categories, everyone has a chance to shine! Plus, each participant will receive a Carolina Strive drawstring swag bag, hand towel, and a commemorative wristband. This is an excellent opportunity for family fun, training for future marathons, and making a difference in the community. Don’t miss out on this chance to RISE UP! and run together in the fight against cancer. Register early to take advantage of discounted rates and help support cancer patients in need!
Participants of all ages are welcome to take part in this inspiring event, which features a scenic course that showcases Rocky Mount’s historic landmarks and parks. With individual awards across multiple age categories, everyone has a chance to shine! Plus, each participant will receive a Carolina Strive drawstring swag bag, hand towel, and a commemorative wristband. This is an excellent opportunity for family fun, training for future marathons, and making a difference in the community. Don’t miss out on this chance to RISE UP! and run together in the fight against cancer. Register early to take advantage of discounted rates and help support cancer patients in need!
Organiser's Description
The Carolina Strive RISE UP! Run Over Cancer 5K will be a city-wide race to raise funds for area cancer research/treatment. Funds will stay local to support patients through UNC Health Nash Foundations Cancer Fund.
The Foundation works to fill gaps in health care and community outreach through programs that are not part of the hospitals regular operating budget or when additional support is needed. Proceeds from this event will go specifically to help cancer patients with things like medication, transportation, and nutritional supplements.
The event check-in starts at 7:00am EST with a 1K Fun Run start at 8:00am followed by the 5K at 8:30am. There will be individual awards (multiple age ranges), Carolina Strive drawstring swag bags, Carolina Strive hand towels, and one size fits all wristbands to commemorate our annual event. All participants will receive their personal time and a certificate.
An awesome opportunity for family fun and to train for upcoming marathon qualifiers while joining the fight against cancer! Enjoy our scenic course highlighting the City of Rocky Mounts historic landmarks & parks along with receiving keepsake giveaways as a participant!
This philanthropic event will aid our mission in developing area youth into well-rounded citizens and serve as a corporate team building outing. Let's all RISE UP! and Run Over Cancer together! We are a 501-C3 non-profit organization, therefore all donations are 100% tax deductible.
* $25 - Early Registration fee through October 24th
* $30 - October 25th - November 7th
* $40 - Registration fee the day of the race
Categories: 5K, 1K Fun Run (Children 7 & under free. Ages 8 - 13, 50% off when accompanied by an adult.)
All 5K Participants will receive a Carolina Strive drawstring bag, Carolina Strive hand towel, and one size fits all wristband.
Event shirts can be purchased for $20 and must be pre-ordered by October 22nd, 2025.
The Foundation works to fill gaps in health care and community outreach through programs that are not part of the hospitals regular operating budget or when additional support is needed. Proceeds from this event will go specifically to help cancer patients with things like medication, transportation, and nutritional supplements.
The event check-in starts at 7:00am EST with a 1K Fun Run start at 8:00am followed by the 5K at 8:30am. There will be individual awards (multiple age ranges), Carolina Strive drawstring swag bags, Carolina Strive hand towels, and one size fits all wristbands to commemorate our annual event. All participants will receive their personal time and a certificate.
An awesome opportunity for family fun and to train for upcoming marathon qualifiers while joining the fight against cancer! Enjoy our scenic course highlighting the City of Rocky Mounts historic landmarks & parks along with receiving keepsake giveaways as a participant!
This philanthropic event will aid our mission in developing area youth into well-rounded citizens and serve as a corporate team building outing. Let's all RISE UP! and Run Over Cancer together! We are a 501-C3 non-profit organization, therefore all donations are 100% tax deductible.
* $25 - Early Registration fee through October 24th
* $30 - October 25th - November 7th
* $40 - Registration fee the day of the race
Categories: 5K, 1K Fun Run (Children 7 & under free. Ages 8 - 13, 50% off when accompanied by an adult.)
All 5K Participants will receive a Carolina Strive drawstring bag, Carolina Strive hand towel, and one size fits all wristband.
Event shirts can be purchased for $20 and must be pre-ordered by October 22nd, 2025.
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