Stars, Stripes, & Strides
From Fit & Able Productions, Inc.
- Date Sat 14th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Cary, North Carolina
- Price $6.30 - $107.00
- Races 10 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
Last chance to enter
Race day is fast approaching
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Stars, Stripes, & Strides event on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Fred G. Bond Metro Park in Cary, Wake! Organized by Fit & Able Productions, Inc., this exciting race weekend celebrates Veterans Day while supporting the local Veterans of Foreign Wars - Post 7383. Participants can choose from a 5K, 10K, or 15K race, all starting at 9:00 AM. With the course closing at 10:30 AM, there's plenty of time to enjoy the camaraderie and spirit of the event, whether you choose to run, walk, roll, or stroll!
Every participant will receive a stylish Stars, Stripes, & Strides shirt and a finisher's medal, ensuring you commemorate your achievement in style. Plus, you’ll have the chance to compete for amazing prizes, including over $4,000 in awards for overall and age group winners. Don't miss your chance to set a new course record and win a $10 gift code! Sign up by November 1st to guarantee your shirt and medal. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit – we can't wait to see you at Stars, Stripes
Every participant will receive a stylish Stars, Stripes, & Strides shirt and a finisher's medal, ensuring you commemorate your achievement in style. Plus, you’ll have the chance to compete for amazing prizes, including over $4,000 in awards for overall and age group winners. Don't miss your chance to set a new course record and win a $10 gift code! Sign up by November 1st to guarantee your shirt and medal. Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit – we can't wait to see you at Stars, Stripes
Organiser's Description
_SHIRTS & MEDALS STILL AVAILABLE WITH SIGNUP!_
SUPPORTING THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS
Course Records - Fred G. Bond Metro Park
Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code!
5K - MALE: C. Mills - 18:00 (2024) 5K - FEMALE: M. Leonard - 20:11 (2025)
10K - MALE: T. Woolard/M. Yarborough - 40:44 (2023) 10K - FEMALE: M. Openchowski - 50:28 (2024)
15K - MALE: C. Mershon - 125 (2025) 15K - FEMALE: L. Gallicchio - 112 (2025)
RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL!
Fit & Able is proud to bring back the Stars, Stripes, & Strides event benefitting the local Veterans of Foreign Wars - Post 7383 to celebrate Veterans Day weekend!
IN-PERSON RACE INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/StarsStripesandStrides/Page-5]
VIRTUAL RACE INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/StarsStripesandStrides/Page-6]
COURSE MAPS [https://runsignup.com/Race/StarsStripesandStrides/Page-12]
EXHIBITOR INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/StarsStripesandStrides/Page/exhibitor]
SPECTATOR INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/StarsStripesandStrides/Page/spectator]
The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States is a nonprofit veterans service organization comprised of eligible veterans and military service members from the active, guard and reserve forces.
All races will have a mass start at 9:00 AM for the 5K / 10K /15K and the course closes for all races at 10:30 AM (IN-PERSON RACE DAY SCHEDULE [https://www.starsstripesandstrides.com/Race/StarsStripesandStrides/Page-5]). Please consider your race pace when deciding which event to run. _* For any participants who feel they may need some extra time, please contact us at INFO@FITANDABLE.NET. _
WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH STARS, STRIPES, & STRIDES REGISTRATION:
*
IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL 5K, 10K, AND 15K RACE OPTIONS
*
STARS, STRIPES, & STRIDES SHIRT AND FINISHERS MEDAL INCLUDED FOR 5K, 10K, AND 15K PARTICIPANTS (GUARANTEED IF SIGNED UP BY NOVEMBER 1ST). SHIRTS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE SEPARATELY.
*
OVER $4,000 IN POTENTIAL IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL OVERALL (TOP 3 MALE/FEMALE EACH RACE), AGE GROUP (TOP 3 MALE/FEMALE EACH AGE GROUP), PICKING UP THE PACE, & NEW COURSE RECORD AWARDS
*
GREAT REWARDS AND PRIZES YOU CAN EARN BY REFERRING YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO SIGN UP WITH YOU OR EVEN RECRUITING THEM TO RACE AS A "TEAM"! _* MORE DETAILS BELOW_
*
EARN POINTS FOR FIT & ABLE'S FREE-FOR-ALL RACE SERIES TO WIN BIG END-OF-YEAR PRIZES! CHECK OUT THE CURRENT STANDINGS: FREE-FOR-ALL RACE SERIES [https://runsignup.com/Series/Fit-and-Able-Free-for-All]
If you are interested in sponsoring the Stars, Stripes, & Strides please email INFO@FITANDABLE.NET for more information!
WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU AT STARS, STRIPES, & STRIDES!
SUPPORTING THE VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS
Course Records - Fred G. Bond Metro Park
Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code!
5K - MALE: C. Mills - 18:00 (2024) 5K - FEMALE: M. Leonard - 20:11 (2025)
10K - MALE: T. Woolard/M. Yarborough - 40:44 (2023) 10K - FEMALE: M. Openchowski - 50:28 (2024)
15K - MALE: C. Mershon - 125 (2025) 15K - FEMALE: L. Gallicchio - 112 (2025)
RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL!
Fit & Able is proud to bring back the Stars, Stripes, & Strides event benefitting the local Veterans of Foreign Wars - Post 7383 to celebrate Veterans Day weekend!
IN-PERSON RACE INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/StarsStripesandStrides/Page-5]
VIRTUAL RACE INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/StarsStripesandStrides/Page-6]
COURSE MAPS [https://runsignup.com/Race/StarsStripesandStrides/Page-12]
EXHIBITOR INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/StarsStripesandStrides/Page/exhibitor]
SPECTATOR INFORMATION [https://runsignup.com/Race/StarsStripesandStrides/Page/spectator]
The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States is a nonprofit veterans service organization comprised of eligible veterans and military service members from the active, guard and reserve forces.
All races will have a mass start at 9:00 AM for the 5K / 10K /15K and the course closes for all races at 10:30 AM (IN-PERSON RACE DAY SCHEDULE [https://www.starsstripesandstrides.com/Race/StarsStripesandStrides/Page-5]). Please consider your race pace when deciding which event to run. _* For any participants who feel they may need some extra time, please contact us at INFO@FITANDABLE.NET. _
WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH STARS, STRIPES, & STRIDES REGISTRATION:
*
IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL 5K, 10K, AND 15K RACE OPTIONS
*
STARS, STRIPES, & STRIDES SHIRT AND FINISHERS MEDAL INCLUDED FOR 5K, 10K, AND 15K PARTICIPANTS (GUARANTEED IF SIGNED UP BY NOVEMBER 1ST). SHIRTS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE SEPARATELY.
*
OVER $4,000 IN POTENTIAL IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL OVERALL (TOP 3 MALE/FEMALE EACH RACE), AGE GROUP (TOP 3 MALE/FEMALE EACH AGE GROUP), PICKING UP THE PACE, & NEW COURSE RECORD AWARDS
*
GREAT REWARDS AND PRIZES YOU CAN EARN BY REFERRING YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO SIGN UP WITH YOU OR EVEN RECRUITING THEM TO RACE AS A "TEAM"! _* MORE DETAILS BELOW_
*
EARN POINTS FOR FIT & ABLE'S FREE-FOR-ALL RACE SERIES TO WIN BIG END-OF-YEAR PRIZES! CHECK OUT THE CURRENT STANDINGS: FREE-FOR-ALL RACE SERIES [https://runsignup.com/Series/Fit-and-Able-Free-for-All]
If you are interested in sponsoring the Stars, Stripes, & Strides please email INFO@FITANDABLE.NET for more information!
WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU AT STARS, STRIPES, & STRIDES!
Races
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15k
Incl. $4.60 Fee & Stars, Stripes, & Strides Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$64.60
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10k
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Stars, Stripes, & Strides Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$54.00
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5k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Stars, Stripes, & Strides Shirt
Sat 14th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$43.40
-
Fun Mile
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 14th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$22.20
CLOSED -
Kids in Strollers
Incl. $1.30 Fee
Sat 14th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$6.30
Parents registered in either the 5K, 10K, or Fun Run races may push small children in a stroller. All participants must be registered and numbered to enter the course. PLEASE REGISTER THE CHILD UNDER THEIR OWN NAME AND BIRTHDATE, NOT A PARENT'S! -
Virtual 15K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Stars, Stripes, & Strides Shirt
$38.10
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Virtual 10K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Stars, Stripes, & Strides Shirt
$38.10
-
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Stars, Stripes, & Strides Shirt
$38.10
-
Virtual Fun Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee
$38.10
CLOSED -
Exhibitor
Incl. $7.00 Fee
Sat 14th November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$107.00
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