The Big Run 5K presented by Brooks
- Date Wed 3rd June 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Hillsborough, North Carolina
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for The Big Run 5K on June 3, 2026, in beautiful Hillsborough, Orange! Join the celebration of Global Running Day with a lively 3.1-mile run that promises high-fives, adrenaline, and a community spirit that makes running truly enjoyable. This event is not just about the race; it's a fantastic party where the first 300 registered in-person runners and walkers will receive a medal, a stylish t-shirt, a refreshing locopop, and a variety of goodies from generous sponsors.
The fun kicks off with a free Kids Run at 6 PM, where children can partake in a shorter one-mile race and earn their own medals. Families are encouraged to join in! With packet pick-up available on May 30 and the morning of the event, plus convenient parking options nearby, it’s easy to be part of this energetic occasion. Whether you opt to run in person or participate virtually, The Big Run promises a memorable experience filled with joy and camaraderie. Don’t miss out on this chance to celebrate your love for running with friends and the community!
The fun kicks off with a free Kids Run at 6 PM, where children can partake in a shorter one-mile race and earn their own medals. Families are encouraged to join in! With packet pick-up available on May 30 and the morning of the event, plus convenient parking options nearby, it’s easy to be part of this energetic occasion. Whether you opt to run in person or participate virtually, The Big Run promises a memorable experience filled with joy and camaraderie. Don’t miss out on this chance to celebrate your love for running with friends and the community!
Organiser's Description
Celebrate what makes running fun high-fives, adrenaline and good friends. Come hang with Fleet Feet on Global Running Day, run a breezy 3.1 miles and make The Big Run an epic party. Sign up now (endorphins included).
The first 300 registered in-person runners/walkers will get a medal, t-shirt, a locopop, and some goodies from our sponsors. We're excited to work with our local and national sponsors for this event!
PACKET PICK UP:
* May 30th, 2026 - 10am to 2pm at Fleet Feet Carrboro
* June 3rd, 2026 - 10am to 12pm at Fleet Feet Ninth Street
KIDS RUN:
We will have a free and family friendly kid run starting at 6 pm! We'll do a shorter version of our run (~1 mile) and all kids will be given a medal! We'll have a quick check-in before the run around 5:55pm near the start/finish line. Family members are encouraged to run with their kids! Thank you!
PARKING:
Parking is available in the Hillsborough Public Parking Deck behind the Weaver Street Market (please do not park in the lot in front of Weaver Street Market). You can then walk over to the start line at the Eno River Farmer's Market Pavilion (144 E Margaret Lane).
SUBMITTING VIRTUAL RESULTS:
For those who are running and walking with us virtually you can complete your 5K anytime between 6/3/2026 and 6/3/2026. Please upload your results to our RunSignUp page here [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/47272#resultSetId-385547;perpage:100]. Click the Submit Virtual Results button and you can search for your registration by name or by email.
GLOBAL RUNNING DAY KICK-OFF RUN:
We're starting Global Running Day off on the right foot with a fun and FREE 3.1 miles run/walk on June 3rd at 7 am at Fleet Feet Carrboro. Come celebrate this holiday with your community. This fun run/walk is free however, if you'd like to receive The Big Run t-shirt and medal you can register for the Virtual Race for $30. All paces and all people are welcome!
STAY CONNECTED:
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Find community at your local Fleet Feet [https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/carrboro/]
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Sign up for our newsletters [https://www68fleetfeet.franconnect.net/fc/forms/myformslinkabz-z-a-laz-mb] and join the Fleet Feet Milestones Program [https://www.fleetfeet.com/catalogs/rewards-program]and Strava Club [https://www.strava.com/clubs/fleet-feet-571836]
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Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/fleetfeetcarrboro], Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/fleetfeetcarrboro_durham/?hl=en], and subscribe to our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC029CQxPO_w-ENYRuhK1Q_g]
The first 300 registered in-person runners/walkers will get a medal, t-shirt, a locopop, and some goodies from our sponsors. We're excited to work with our local and national sponsors for this event!
PACKET PICK UP:
* May 30th, 2026 - 10am to 2pm at Fleet Feet Carrboro
* June 3rd, 2026 - 10am to 12pm at Fleet Feet Ninth Street
KIDS RUN:
We will have a free and family friendly kid run starting at 6 pm! We'll do a shorter version of our run (~1 mile) and all kids will be given a medal! We'll have a quick check-in before the run around 5:55pm near the start/finish line. Family members are encouraged to run with their kids! Thank you!
PARKING:
Parking is available in the Hillsborough Public Parking Deck behind the Weaver Street Market (please do not park in the lot in front of Weaver Street Market). You can then walk over to the start line at the Eno River Farmer's Market Pavilion (144 E Margaret Lane).
SUBMITTING VIRTUAL RESULTS:
For those who are running and walking with us virtually you can complete your 5K anytime between 6/3/2026 and 6/3/2026. Please upload your results to our RunSignUp page here [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/47272#resultSetId-385547;perpage:100]. Click the Submit Virtual Results button and you can search for your registration by name or by email.
GLOBAL RUNNING DAY KICK-OFF RUN:
We're starting Global Running Day off on the right foot with a fun and FREE 3.1 miles run/walk on June 3rd at 7 am at Fleet Feet Carrboro. Come celebrate this holiday with your community. This fun run/walk is free however, if you'd like to receive The Big Run t-shirt and medal you can register for the Virtual Race for $30. All paces and all people are welcome!
STAY CONNECTED:
*
Find community at your local Fleet Feet [https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/carrboro/]
*
Sign up for our newsletters [https://www68fleetfeet.franconnect.net/fc/forms/myformslinkabz-z-a-laz-mb] and join the Fleet Feet Milestones Program [https://www.fleetfeet.com/catalogs/rewards-program]and Strava Club [https://www.strava.com/clubs/fleet-feet-571836]
*
Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/fleetfeetcarrboro], Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/fleetfeetcarrboro_durham/?hl=en], and subscribe to our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC029CQxPO_w-ENYRuhK1Q_g]
Races
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The Big Run 5K Presented by Brooks
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Wed 3rd June 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$43.40
On-site Registration available at the Farmers Market Pavilion from 5 to 6pm on June 3rd! -
The Big Run 5K - Virtual
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.80
You can run or walk your 5K at any point on June 3rd! All virtual participants will receive the same swag - a t-shirt and medal to celebrate your accomplishments. These will be available for pickup in the days leading up to June 3rd. You'll be sent instructions on how to submit your virtual results closer to June 3rd. Thank you so much for your participation! -
Kid's Run
Wed 3rd June 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
Free
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FREE Global Running Day Morning Run/Walk
Wed 3rd June 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
Free
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