Run for Life 5k

Saturday, October 11, 2025 Past event

9:00 AM EDT

Garner, North Carolina

$33.35–$54.75 · 2 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating Run for Life 5K on Saturday, October 11th, 2025, in Garner, Wake! This vibrant community event invites runners and walkers of all ages to lace up their shoes and make a meaningful impact. The 5K race is not just about crossing the finish line; it's a celebration of community spirit and support for a worthy cause. For 17 years, the local church has been dedicated to making a difference through missionary work in Central America, providing essential resources to children and families in need. Now, we're taking the next step in our mission by raising funds to secure a permanent building for our church—an inspiring space for worship and outreach.

Participants can register for the 5K at an early bird price of $45 until September 24th, or $50 through race day. Families can also partake in a Fun Run/Walk for just $30. All registrants by September 24th will receive a commemorative shirt. Exciting awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as top finishers in various age groups. Don’t miss this opportunity to run for a cause and help us expand our mission locally and globally!

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Races

5k - Timed

Incl. $4.75 Fee & T-Shirt

Fees include a shirt when registered by September 24th

9:00 AM EDT

$54.75

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Family Fun Run/Walk - Untimed

Incl. $3.35 Fee & T-Shirt

This is a 1 mile event. Fees include a shirt when registered by September 24th

9:15 AM EDT

$33.35

Entries closed

Organiser's description

Lace up your running shoes and join us for a special running event that goes far beyond the finish line! Hosted by our church community, this race is more than just a test of enduranceits a step toward building something meaningful.

For 17 years, our church has been deeply involved in missionary work throughout Central America, providing vital support and nourishment to children and families in need. From feeding programs to spiritual outreach, weve remained committed to making a difference where its needed most.

Now, were inviting you to be a part of the next big step in our journeyhelping us raise funds to purchase a permanent building for our church. A place to gather, worship, and expand our outreach efforts both locally and globally.

REGISTRATION:

* 5K - $45 early registration until September 24th; then $50 through race day
* Family Fun Run/Walk - $30

Fees include a shirt when registered by September 24th

AWARDS(5K):

* Top 3 Overall Male (18 & up)
* Top 3 Overall Female (18 & up)
* Top 3 Finishers in the following age groups: 12 and under, 13-17