SURF Board Popsicle 5K
- Date Sat 21st February 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Mocksville, North Carolina
- Price $16.90 - $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a fun-filled day at the 13th Annual Popsicle 5K in Mocksville, Davie County, on Saturday, February 21, 2026! This exciting event kicks off at 8:30 AM, with packet pick-up and on-site registration starting as early as 7:15 AM. The Popsicle 5K is designed for participants of all abilities—runners and walkers alike are welcome to join in the festivities.
This family-friendly event is not just about the race; it features engaging activities for everyone! Participants can enjoy a Brain Freeze Challenge, where they'll eat popsicles at designated points throughout the race. Plus, come dressed in your most creative wintry costume for a chance to win a special prize! For those who prefer to cheer from the sidelines, the Zero K option allows supporters to participate without running a step. With all proceeds benefiting youth-led projects in Davie County, this is an opportunity to have fun while making a positive impact. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this vibrant community event—mark your calendars, gather your family and friends, and get ready for a day of excitement and giving back!
This family-friendly event is not just about the race; it features engaging activities for everyone! Participants can enjoy a Brain Freeze Challenge, where they'll eat popsicles at designated points throughout the race. Plus, come dressed in your most creative wintry costume for a chance to win a special prize! For those who prefer to cheer from the sidelines, the Zero K option allows supporters to participate without running a step. With all proceeds benefiting youth-led projects in Davie County, this is an opportunity to have fun while making a positive impact. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this vibrant community event—mark your calendars, gather your family and friends, and get ready for a day of excitement and giving back!
Organiser's Description
Join the Davie Community Foundation SURF Board [https://www.daviefoundation.org/youthsurf/] on SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2026 as they raise money to fund youth led grants, that benefit youth and children in Davie County, NC. THE 13TH ANNUAL POPSICLE 5K welcomes all abilities of runners. Not a runner? No worries, walkers are welcome too! The race kicks off at 8:30am, with packet pick up and on site registration starting at 7:15 am.
SURF has some exciting additions planned for the race. We think you will like them!
THE POPSICLE 5K IS A FAMILY EVENT, WITH A VARIETY OF FUN ACTIVITIES:
Each participant receives a Raffle Ticket at packet pick up for a chance to win one of many great prizes.
Come in your favorite wintry costume. The most creative chilly costume will take home a prize.
Brain Freeze Challenge - Each participant can choose to complete the Brain Freeze Challenge by eating a popsicle at the start, middle and end of the race.
ZERO K - Do you want to support the Popsicle 5K or a friend who is a participant, but not interested in tackling the course yourself? No worries! Sign up at the door for the Zero K, and you don't have to run an inch.
KIDS 8 AND UNDER WHO ARE NOT RUNNING WILL BE ENTERTAINED BY SURF STUDENTS WHILE MOM AND DAD RUN THE RACE.
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE POPSICLE 5K WILL SUPPORT YOUTH LED PROJECTS IN DAVIE COUNTY. Organized under the Davie Community Foundation, the SURF (Students Understanding Real Futures) Board is a youth philanthropy board for high school students living in Davie County. Each year the Popsicle 5K serves to empower young people by supporting their projects through Grants from the SURF Board. Learn more about Grants that have been awarded at https://www.daviefoundation.org/surf-grants/
RACE FEES:
RUNNER & WALKER $15 Early Bird through 10/31; $20 11/1 through December 31st; $25 till 1/31; $30 till 2/19. RACE DAY REGISTRATION (2/21) $35.
5K TEAM REGISTRANTS (5 minimum) $10 Early Bird through 10/31; $15 through December 31st; $20 till 1/31; $30 till 2/19. RACE DAY REGISTRATION (2/21) $35.
Create or join a team when you register to get the team pricing
DAVIE COUNTY STUDENTS AND STAFF $10 through December 31st; $15 through 1/31; $20 through 2/19. RACE DAY REGISTRATION (2/22 $30.
Select your Davie County School Team when you register to get the school pricing
ZERO K $20
Don't want to run but still want to support the cause? This is the event for you! All you need to do is register and show up to cheer the runners!
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST SIGN A WAIVER TO PARTICIPATE. NO PETS ALLOWED ON COURSE.
THERE WILL BE GREAT FOOD AFTER THE RACE, AS WELL AS PRIZE OPPORTUNITIES. SEE YOU THERE!
SURF has some exciting additions planned for the race. We think you will like them!
THE POPSICLE 5K IS A FAMILY EVENT, WITH A VARIETY OF FUN ACTIVITIES:
Each participant receives a Raffle Ticket at packet pick up for a chance to win one of many great prizes.
Come in your favorite wintry costume. The most creative chilly costume will take home a prize.
Brain Freeze Challenge - Each participant can choose to complete the Brain Freeze Challenge by eating a popsicle at the start, middle and end of the race.
ZERO K - Do you want to support the Popsicle 5K or a friend who is a participant, but not interested in tackling the course yourself? No worries! Sign up at the door for the Zero K, and you don't have to run an inch.
KIDS 8 AND UNDER WHO ARE NOT RUNNING WILL BE ENTERTAINED BY SURF STUDENTS WHILE MOM AND DAD RUN THE RACE.
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE POPSICLE 5K WILL SUPPORT YOUTH LED PROJECTS IN DAVIE COUNTY. Organized under the Davie Community Foundation, the SURF (Students Understanding Real Futures) Board is a youth philanthropy board for high school students living in Davie County. Each year the Popsicle 5K serves to empower young people by supporting their projects through Grants from the SURF Board. Learn more about Grants that have been awarded at https://www.daviefoundation.org/surf-grants/
RACE FEES:
RUNNER & WALKER $15 Early Bird through 10/31; $20 11/1 through December 31st; $25 till 1/31; $30 till 2/19. RACE DAY REGISTRATION (2/21) $35.
5K TEAM REGISTRANTS (5 minimum) $10 Early Bird through 10/31; $15 through December 31st; $20 till 1/31; $30 till 2/19. RACE DAY REGISTRATION (2/21) $35.
Create or join a team when you register to get the team pricing
DAVIE COUNTY STUDENTS AND STAFF $10 through December 31st; $15 through 1/31; $20 through 2/19. RACE DAY REGISTRATION (2/22 $30.
Select your Davie County School Team when you register to get the school pricing
ZERO K $20
Don't want to run but still want to support the cause? This is the event for you! All you need to do is register and show up to cheer the runners!
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST SIGN A WAIVER TO PARTICIPATE. NO PETS ALLOWED ON COURSE.
THERE WILL BE GREAT FOOD AFTER THE RACE, AS WELL AS PRIZE OPPORTUNITIES. SEE YOU THERE!
Races
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2026 SURF Board Popsicle 5K
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st February 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$16.90
Join the Davie Community Foundation SURF Board as they raise money to fund youth led grants, that benefit youth and children in Davie County, NC. The 15th Annual Popsicle 5K welcomes all abilities of runners. Not a runner? No worries, walkers are welcome too! The race kicks off at 8:30am, with packet pick up and on site registration starting at 7:15 am. SURF has some exciting additions planned for you this year! Stay tuned! The Popsicle 5K is a fun family event, with a variety of fun activities: Each participant receives a Raffle Ticket at packet pick up for a chance to win one of many great prizes. Come in your favorite wintery costume. The most creative chilly costume will take home a prize. Brain Freeze Challenge - Each participant can choose to complete the Brain Freeze Challenge by eating a popsicle at the start, middle and end of the race. Zero K - Do you want to support the Popsicle 5K or a friend who is a participant, but not interested in tackling the course yourself? No worries! Sign up at the door for the Zero K, and you don't have to run an inch. Kids 8 and under who are not running will be entertained by SURF students while mom and dad run the race. All proceeds from the Popsicle 5K will support youth led projects in Davie County. Organized under the Davie Community Foundation, the SURF (Students Understanding Real Futures) Board is a youth philanthropy board for high school students living in Davie County. Each year the Popsicle 5K serves to empower young people by supporting their projects through Grants from the SURF Board. See more info on Grants at https://www.daviefoundation.org/surf-grants/ Race Fees: Runner & Walker - Early Bird $15 thru 10/31; $20 thru 12/31; $25 thru 1/31; $30 thru 2/19; $35 Race Day Team Registrants (5 minimum) - Early Bird $10 thru 10/31; $15 thru 12/31; $20 through 1/31; $30 thru 2/19; $35 Race Day Davie County Students and Staff $10 through 12/31; $15 thru 1/31; $20 thru 2/19; $30 Race Day Zero K $20 Registration closes at 4:59 PM on 2/19 and reopens at 7:00 AM on Race Day All Participants must sign a waiver to participate. No pets allowed on course. There will be great food after the race, as well as prize opportunities. See you there! -
Zero K
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st February 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$22.20
Don't want to run but still want to support the cause? This is the event for you! All you need to do is register and show up to cheer on the runners!
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