The BIG Run
- Date Sun 14th June 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Cary, North Carolina
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness at The BIG Run on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Cary, Wake! This exciting event is a celebration of Global Running Day and marks a special milestone with Fleet Feet's 50th anniversary, as well as the 20th anniversary of the Raleigh/Morrisville franchise. Join fellow enthusiasts for a FREE community 5K that promises to be filled with feel-good movement, summer sunshine, and a strong sense of community.
The first 500 participants to register will receive exclusive 50th anniversary finisher medals, and there will be a chance to win one of five pairs of Brooks shoes! The event kicks off at 8:00 AM with warm-up activities, followed by the fun run, and wraps up with post-run yoga and a refreshing cold plunge. Don’t miss out on the vibrant vendor expo featuring shoe demos, giveaways, and delicious food trucks to fuel your post-run celebrations. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a day of joy and camaraderie—let the good miles roll!
The first 500 participants to register will receive exclusive 50th anniversary finisher medals, and there will be a chance to win one of five pairs of Brooks shoes! The event kicks off at 8:00 AM with warm-up activities, followed by the fun run, and wraps up with post-run yoga and a refreshing cold plunge. Don’t miss out on the vibrant vendor expo featuring shoe demos, giveaways, and delicious food trucks to fuel your post-run celebrations. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a day of joy and camaraderie—let the good miles roll!
Organiser's Description
THE BIG RUN
_"In 1976, the runners high was taking the country by storm. Fifty years later, Fleet Feet and Brooks are still celebrating that feeling with The Big Run, bringing runners together for feel-good movement, summer sunshine and celebration rooted in community._
_So join us, and let the good miles roll!"_
Lace up your running shoes and join us for a special edition of The BIG Run! Not only will we be celebrating Global Running Day with a FREE community 5K, but we're also celebrating the FLEET FEET'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY and the 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE RALEIGH/MORRISVILLE FRANCHISE!
HERE'S WHAT'S INCLUDED:
The first 500 people to register, will receive special 50th anniversary finisher medals*
We're giving away 5 Brooks shoes to random participants*
A HUGE vendor expo with shoe demos, giveaways, and merch for sale!
hot beverage Food/coffee trucks for pre & post-run fuel
female sign Post-run yoga & cold plunge
_*You must register, attend the race, and check in to receive your medal and be eligible to win a shoe_
SCHEDULE
7 Check-in begins. When you arrive to WakeMed Soccer Park, be sure to check in with one of the workers
7 Warm up with Black Girls RUN! & pre-run announcements
8:00AM RUN BEGINS
9 Post-run yoga with YogaSix (Bring a mat and towel if you plan to participate) & cold plunge
NOTE: _This is not a race, it's a celebratory 5K fun run. There is not official timing or results.
__DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT THE PARK/ON THE COURSE._
BRANDS:
TBD
Community Partners:
TBD
_"In 1976, the runners high was taking the country by storm. Fifty years later, Fleet Feet and Brooks are still celebrating that feeling with The Big Run, bringing runners together for feel-good movement, summer sunshine and celebration rooted in community._
_So join us, and let the good miles roll!"_
Lace up your running shoes and join us for a special edition of The BIG Run! Not only will we be celebrating Global Running Day with a FREE community 5K, but we're also celebrating the FLEET FEET'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY and the 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE RALEIGH/MORRISVILLE FRANCHISE!
HERE'S WHAT'S INCLUDED:
The first 500 people to register, will receive special 50th anniversary finisher medals*
We're giving away 5 Brooks shoes to random participants*
A HUGE vendor expo with shoe demos, giveaways, and merch for sale!
hot beverage Food/coffee trucks for pre & post-run fuel
female sign Post-run yoga & cold plunge
_*You must register, attend the race, and check in to receive your medal and be eligible to win a shoe_
SCHEDULE
7 Check-in begins. When you arrive to WakeMed Soccer Park, be sure to check in with one of the workers
7 Warm up with Black Girls RUN! & pre-run announcements
8:00AM RUN BEGINS
9 Post-run yoga with YogaSix (Bring a mat and towel if you plan to participate) & cold plunge
NOTE: _This is not a race, it's a celebratory 5K fun run. There is not official timing or results.
__DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT THE PARK/ON THE COURSE._
BRANDS:
TBD
Community Partners:
TBD
Races
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The BIG Run 5K
Sun 14th June 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
Free
This is an untimed 5K fun run on WakeMed Soccer Park's cross country course which is mostly grass and dirt.
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