United We Run 5K
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Wilson, North Carolina
- Price $33.35
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the inaugural United We Run 5K on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in the vibrant city of Wilson! This exciting race will take place inside the brand-new Wilson Ballpark, home of the Wilson Warbirds, offering a unique and memorable start and finish. Participants will enjoy a scenic course that showcases Wilson’s charm, passing by the iconic Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park and weaving through the historic downtown area, filled with delightful shops, restaurants, and breweries.
Join us for this fantastic event that not only promotes health and wellness but also supports the United Way of Wilson County, helping local families lift themselves out of poverty. With a registration fee of $30 through October 9th (increasing to $35 thereafter), participants will receive a race shirt and the chance to compete for exciting awards, including prizes for the top overall male and female runners, as well as age group winners from 15 and under to 70+. Costumes are encouraged, so come dressed to impress! Don’t miss this opportunity to run with purpose, celebrate community, and make a difference in the lives of those around you. Grab your running shoes and be part of history in Wilson!
Join us for this fantastic event that not only promotes health and wellness but also supports the United Way of Wilson County, helping local families lift themselves out of poverty. With a registration fee of $30 through October 9th (increasing to $35 thereafter), participants will receive a race shirt and the chance to compete for exciting awards, including prizes for the top overall male and female runners, as well as age group winners from 15 and under to 70+. Costumes are encouraged, so come dressed to impress! Don’t miss this opportunity to run with purpose, celebrate community, and make a difference in the lives of those around you. Grab your running shoes and be part of history in Wilson!
Organiser's Description
Be part of history as one of the first runners to start and finish inside the new Wilson Ballpark, Home of the Wilson Warbirds!
The inaugural UNITED WE RUN 5K takes you on a scenic course through Wilson, passing the iconic Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park and winding through our historic downtown. Along the way, you'll experience the charm, energy, and local flavor that make Wilson specialfrom unique shops to outstanding restaurants and breweries.
Best of all, every step you take helps the United Way of Wilson County [https://unitedwayofwilson.org/] lift local families out of poverty. Your participation supports programs that provide families with the tools and resources they need to build a stronger, more stable future.
Run with purpose. Celebrate community. Make a difference.
Costumes are encouraged!
REGISTRATION FEE
* $30 through October 9th (includes a race shirt)
* $35 October 10th until race day
AWARDS
* Top Overall Male and Top Overall Female
* Top Male and Top Female in the following age groups: 15 & under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
BATTERS UP... AND BEWARE!
* _Strollers are welcome, but please use them at your own risk. Parts of the course travel along the ballpark warning track, where loose rocks may make for a bumpy ride._
* _For the safety of all runners and spectators, NO DOGS ARE ALLOWED at the event._
Thanks for helping us keep the race fun, safe, and fang-tastic for everyone!
The inaugural UNITED WE RUN 5K takes you on a scenic course through Wilson, passing the iconic Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park and winding through our historic downtown. Along the way, you'll experience the charm, energy, and local flavor that make Wilson specialfrom unique shops to outstanding restaurants and breweries.
Best of all, every step you take helps the United Way of Wilson County [https://unitedwayofwilson.org/] lift local families out of poverty. Your participation supports programs that provide families with the tools and resources they need to build a stronger, more stable future.
Run with purpose. Celebrate community. Make a difference.
Costumes are encouraged!
REGISTRATION FEE
* $30 through October 9th (includes a race shirt)
* $35 October 10th until race day
AWARDS
* Top Overall Male and Top Overall Female
* Top Male and Top Female in the following age groups: 15 & under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
BATTERS UP... AND BEWARE!
* _Strollers are welcome, but please use them at your own risk. Parts of the course travel along the ballpark warning track, where loose rocks may make for a bumpy ride._
* _For the safety of all runners and spectators, NO DOGS ARE ALLOWED at the event._
Thanks for helping us keep the race fun, safe, and fang-tastic for everyone!
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.35 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$33.35
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Location
401 Goldsboro St. S., Wilson, 27893, NC, United States
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