WUNC 50th Anniversary 5K
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Durham, North Carolina
- Price $50.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your shoes for the WUNC 50th Anniversary 5K on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in the vibrant city of Durham! This exciting event kicks off at 10 a.m. on the scenic American Tobacco Trail, making it the perfect occasion for both seasoned runners and casual walkers to come together and celebrate a remarkable milestone. The 5K race features an invigorating out-and-back route starting from the American Tobacco Historic District, offering participants a chance to enjoy the beautiful surroundings while supporting a vital public service that has been a cornerstone of the community for 50 years.
Every registrant will receive a race bib and a commemorative t-shirt if they sign up by September 24, so don’t miss out! After crossing the finish line, the celebration continues with a free 50th Anniversary Festival at the American Tobacco Campus, featuring engaging conversations, meet-and-greet opportunities with beloved program hosts, a mini museum, live DJs, and family-friendly fun until 2 p.m. With free parking available at the North and South Decks of the Historic District, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Join us for a day of joy, connection, and community spirit as we keep
Every registrant will receive a race bib and a commemorative t-shirt if they sign up by September 24, so don’t miss out! After crossing the finish line, the celebration continues with a free 50th Anniversary Festival at the American Tobacco Campus, featuring engaging conversations, meet-and-greet opportunities with beloved program hosts, a mini museum, live DJs, and family-friendly fun until 2 p.m. With free parking available at the North and South Decks of the Historic District, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Join us for a day of joy, connection, and community spirit as we keep
Organiser's Description
LACE UP YOUR SHOES AND JOIN US ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 AT 10 A.M., FOR OUR 50TH ANNIVERSARY 5K ON THE AMERICAN TOBACCO TRAIL!
Whether youre an avid runner or a casual walker, we look forward to seeing you and celebrating our first 50 years of community connection and companionship.
Our race route is an out-and-back on the American Tobacco Trail, starting from the American Tobacco Historic District.
YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES A RACE BIB AND A COMMEMORATIVE T-SHIRT FOR EVERYONE WHO REGISTERS BY SEPTEMBER 24 AND SUPPORTS OUR VITAL PUBLIC SERVICE.
For 50 years, WUNC has provided news and information that helps you learn, understand and engage with your community and the wider world. When federal funding for public media was eliminated last year, WUNC became 100% community-supported. Your support makes possible the quality reporting and engaging conversations you rely on from WUNC.
REGISTER NOW TO CELEBRATE WITH US AND KEEP WUNC RUNNING STRONG!
And once youve crossed the finish line, theres even more to enjoy!
The 5K event kicks off our free, 50th Anniversary Celebration at the American Tobacco Campus, featuring conversations and meet-and-greet opportunities with your favorite program and podcast hosts, a mini museum, live DJs, family fun, and more until 2 p.m.
There will be free parking at the North and South Decks of the American Tobacco Historic District.
SEE YOU THERE!
Whether youre an avid runner or a casual walker, we look forward to seeing you and celebrating our first 50 years of community connection and companionship.
Our race route is an out-and-back on the American Tobacco Trail, starting from the American Tobacco Historic District.
YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES A RACE BIB AND A COMMEMORATIVE T-SHIRT FOR EVERYONE WHO REGISTERS BY SEPTEMBER 24 AND SUPPORTS OUR VITAL PUBLIC SERVICE.
For 50 years, WUNC has provided news and information that helps you learn, understand and engage with your community and the wider world. When federal funding for public media was eliminated last year, WUNC became 100% community-supported. Your support makes possible the quality reporting and engaging conversations you rely on from WUNC.
REGISTER NOW TO CELEBRATE WITH US AND KEEP WUNC RUNNING STRONG!
And once youve crossed the finish line, theres even more to enjoy!
The 5K event kicks off our free, 50th Anniversary Celebration at the American Tobacco Campus, featuring conversations and meet-and-greet opportunities with your favorite program and podcast hosts, a mini museum, live DJs, family fun, and more until 2 p.m.
There will be free parking at the North and South Decks of the American Tobacco Historic District.
SEE YOU THERE!
Races
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WUNC 5K Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$50.00
CLOSED
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