Stead Tread 5k
- Date Sun 27th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Durham, North Carolina
- Price $36.85
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for the Stead Tread 5K, an exciting run/walk event taking place on Sunday, September 27, 2026, in the vibrant city of Durham! This 3.1-mile race is a fantastic opportunity to lace up your sneakers and support a great cause, with all proceeds benefiting the Lincoln Community Health Center, which provides essential health care to medically underserved patients in the area.
The Stead Tread is not just a race; it's a celebration of community spirit and legacy, honoring Dr. Eugene Stead, a pivotal figure in Duke's medical history. Participants can enjoy a fun day filled with friendly competition, as awards will be given to the top finishers in various categories, including overall male, female, and nonbinary winners, as well as age group champions and even awards for the best costume and fastest pet! Register by September 1st to secure your event t-shirt, and join in the fun while making a difference in the Durham community. Don’t miss out on this uplifting event that promises to be a highlight of the year!
The Stead Tread is not just a race; it's a celebration of community spirit and legacy, honoring Dr. Eugene Stead, a pivotal figure in Duke's medical history. Participants can enjoy a fun day filled with friendly competition, as awards will be given to the top finishers in various categories, including overall male, female, and nonbinary winners, as well as age group champions and even awards for the best costume and fastest pet! Register by September 1st to secure your event t-shirt, and join in the fun while making a difference in the Durham community. Don’t miss out on this uplifting event that promises to be a highlight of the year!
Organiser's Description
The Stead Tread is a 5K (3.1 mile) Run/Walk organized by the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Duke University Medical Center. All proceeds benefit the Lincoln Community Health Center, a clinic dedicated to meeting the health care needs of medically underserved patients in Durham.
The Stead Tread is named for Dr. Eugene Stead, Chairman of Medicine at Duke from 1947-1967. Our event carries forward his legacy of community service and contributions in the Duke and Durham communities.
REGISTRATION FEES:
* $35 per person
* FREE for Lincoln patients and for kids 12 years and younger
Registrations will not be reimbursed if the event is cancelled due to weather.
GIVEAWAY:
Sign up by September 1st to guarantee a t-shirt. After this date, we will do our best to provide you with a t-shirt but size and availability are not guaranteed.
AWARDS:
Top 3 overall (Male / Female / Nonbinary)
Fastest Duke Internal Medicine resident (Male / Female)
Fastest Lincoln patient (Male / Female)
Fastest Housestaff not in the Duke Internal Medicine Program (1)
Fastest Faculty (Male / Female)
Fastest Duke student (Male / Female)
Fastest Duke Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (Male / Female)
Fastest Age 12 and under (Male / Female)
Fastest Age 13-18 (Male / Female)
Fastest Age 50-69 (Male / Female)
Fastest Age 70+ (1)
Fastest Stroller (1)
Fastest Pet (1)
Best Costume (1)
*Additional prizes to be announced at the event!
*Only chip-timed participants will be eligible for awards.
The Stead Tread is named for Dr. Eugene Stead, Chairman of Medicine at Duke from 1947-1967. Our event carries forward his legacy of community service and contributions in the Duke and Durham communities.
REGISTRATION FEES:
* $35 per person
* FREE for Lincoln patients and for kids 12 years and younger
Registrations will not be reimbursed if the event is cancelled due to weather.
GIVEAWAY:
Sign up by September 1st to guarantee a t-shirt. After this date, we will do our best to provide you with a t-shirt but size and availability are not guaranteed.
AWARDS:
Top 3 overall (Male / Female / Nonbinary)
Fastest Duke Internal Medicine resident (Male / Female)
Fastest Lincoln patient (Male / Female)
Fastest Housestaff not in the Duke Internal Medicine Program (1)
Fastest Faculty (Male / Female)
Fastest Duke student (Male / Female)
Fastest Duke Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (Male / Female)
Fastest Age 12 and under (Male / Female)
Fastest Age 13-18 (Male / Female)
Fastest Age 50-69 (Male / Female)
Fastest Age 70+ (1)
Fastest Stroller (1)
Fastest Pet (1)
Best Costume (1)
*Additional prizes to be announced at the event!
*Only chip-timed participants will be eligible for awards.
Races
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5k
Incl. $1.85 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$36.85
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Location
4704 Fayetteville Road, Durham, 27713, NC, United States
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