Three Little Pigs 5K Trail Run
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Pittsboro, North Carolina
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Three Little Pigs 5K Trail Run on Saturday, October 10th, 2026, in the charming town of Pittsboro, North Carolina! This exciting event takes place at the scenic Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge, where you will enjoy a beautiful course that meanders through picturesque fields and forests. With all 150 running slots sold out, participants can look forward to an officially timed 5K race, complete with cheering farm animals, followed by a fun-filled Kids' Run.
Gates open at 8:00 AM, and the 5K will kick off at 9:00 AM. While the main event is full, everyone is welcome to join the Fun Run at 11:00 AM, which is free of charge. Plus, indulge in delicious offerings from local food trucks and refreshing drinks until 1:00 PM. Don’t miss your chance to grab race t-shirts, swag bags, and finisher medals for those who registered early. Whether you’re running, cheering, or enjoying the festivities, mark your calendars for a day of community spirit, fun, and a mission to rescue pigs!
Gates open at 8:00 AM, and the 5K will kick off at 9:00 AM. While the main event is full, everyone is welcome to join the Fun Run at 11:00 AM, which is free of charge. Plus, indulge in delicious offerings from local food trucks and refreshing drinks until 1:00 PM. Don’t miss your chance to grab race t-shirts, swag bags, and finisher medals for those who registered early. Whether you’re running, cheering, or enjoying the festivities, mark your calendars for a day of community spirit, fun, and a mission to rescue pigs!
Organiser's Description
SOLD OUT! We have filled all 150 running slots!
The Fun Run is still free of charge and open to everyone. Feel free to come closer to 11am for the Fun Run to learn about why we want to rescue pigs. Food trucks and beer will still be available until 1:00!
Description
Join us on Saturday, October 10th from 9:00am - 1:00pm in Pittsboro, North Carolina! Gates open at 8:00am. Pre-race packet pick-up not required, but available at Chatham Outfitters in downtown Pittsboro from 4:00pm to 6:00pm on Friday, October 9.
This 5K trail run will be held at Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge, a sanctuary providing lifelong care to farm animals rescued from abuse, neglect and abandonment. In this officially timed race, you will make three loops on gravel roads that wind through the beautiful fields and forests of our sanctuary. Our rescued goats, sheep, cows, ducks, geese and chickens will cheer you on as you pass by their houses and habitats! Immediately following the official 5K, we will host a Kids' Run.
The event includes delicious offerings from food and drink vendors and a trophy ceremony for winners. All participants who register before September 18th will receive:
* Race T-shirts
* Swag Bag
* Finisher Medals
Early bird tickets are only $30 and end August 1st. After that, tickets are $40. Day of registration tickets are $50. So register now! Please note that we can only guarantee race t-shirts, swag bags, and finisher medals to individuals who register before September 18th.
EVENT SCHEDULE
8 Check-in Table Opens
9 5k Trail Run Begins
10 Placement Medals Awarded
11 Fun Run to New Piggy Habitat!
12 Raffle Drawing
1 Event Concludes
Volunteer
We are looking for volunteers to help make our first ever 5k a great success! Volunteers will help with set up, during the event, and clean up.
SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER [https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49AAAA2EA4FF2-65436044-volunteer#/]
Check out a preview of the course in our video below:
The Fun Run is still free of charge and open to everyone. Feel free to come closer to 11am for the Fun Run to learn about why we want to rescue pigs. Food trucks and beer will still be available until 1:00!
Description
Join us on Saturday, October 10th from 9:00am - 1:00pm in Pittsboro, North Carolina! Gates open at 8:00am. Pre-race packet pick-up not required, but available at Chatham Outfitters in downtown Pittsboro from 4:00pm to 6:00pm on Friday, October 9.
This 5K trail run will be held at Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge, a sanctuary providing lifelong care to farm animals rescued from abuse, neglect and abandonment. In this officially timed race, you will make three loops on gravel roads that wind through the beautiful fields and forests of our sanctuary. Our rescued goats, sheep, cows, ducks, geese and chickens will cheer you on as you pass by their houses and habitats! Immediately following the official 5K, we will host a Kids' Run.
The event includes delicious offerings from food and drink vendors and a trophy ceremony for winners. All participants who register before September 18th will receive:
* Race T-shirts
* Swag Bag
* Finisher Medals
Early bird tickets are only $30 and end August 1st. After that, tickets are $40. Day of registration tickets are $50. So register now! Please note that we can only guarantee race t-shirts, swag bags, and finisher medals to individuals who register before September 18th.
EVENT SCHEDULE
8 Check-in Table Opens
9 5k Trail Run Begins
10 Placement Medals Awarded
11 Fun Run to New Piggy Habitat!
12 Raffle Drawing
1 Event Concludes
Volunteer
We are looking for volunteers to help make our first ever 5k a great success! Volunteers will help with set up, during the event, and clean up.
SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER [https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49AAAA2EA4FF2-65436044-volunteer#/]
Check out a preview of the course in our video below:
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Location
7236 NC Hwy 87 N, Pittsboro, 27312, NC, United States
Three Little Pigs 5K Trail Run
