Flat & Fast Rural Hall 5K

19th Annual Rural Hall Race 🏃‍♂️ 5K Run/Walk | 2026 Event Proceeds Benefit Rural Hall Elementary School ❤️ Join us for this cherished community tradition where every step directly supports students at Rural Hall Elementary School! Whether you’re a competitive runner, a casual walker, or bringing the whole family, this event truly has something for everyone. Register today and support our school! 📅 Race Day InformationDate: Saturday, October 245K Start Time: 8:15 AMLocation: Rural Hall Elementary School275 College StreetRural Hall, NC 27045 🅿️ Parking available on school property and nearby streets.☀️ Race will be held rain or shine. ⚠️ COURSE CHANGE – PLEASE READDue to NCDOT road construction on Bethania–Rural Hall Road, we are unable to use our previous course. ✅ New Start & Finish Location: Rural Hall Elementary School 🛣️ Course Details• USATF‑Certified 5K Course for accurate, official results• Gun Start with Chip Timing for precise race tracking• Flat, Fast Out‑and‑Back Route along a protected lane of Broad Street• Runner, Walker, Stroller & Family‑Friendly Layout• Spectator‑Friendly Course with strong community support 🔔10K Race Update A 10K will not be offered in 2026. We plan to revisit the addition of a 10K next year once a suitable route is identified and certified off Broad Street. 📝 Packet Pick-Up & Registration Early Packet Pick-UpThursday, October 22: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PMFriday, October 23: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PMLocation: AgSouth Farm Credit 340 Bethania-Rural Hall Rd. Rural Hall, NC 27045 Race Day Packet Pick-Up & RegistrationOpens at 6:30 AM at Rural Hall Elementary School Online and walk-up registration availableParticipants registering after October 21 at 6:00 PM must pick up packets on race morning 👕 Race Shirts• Adults: Hanes Sport™ Cool Dri moisture‑wicking shirts with 50+ UPF sun protection• Youth: Hanes soft 50/50 cotton/poly blend shirts 🏆 Awards & Prizes 🏅 Olympic‑Style Age Group MedalsAwarded to top finishers in each group:• Under 10• 10–14• 15–19• 20–24• 25–29• 30–34• 35–39• 40–44• 45–49• 50–54• 55–59• 60–64• 65–69• 70+ 🎃 Halloween Costume Contest💰 Cash Prizes• 1st Place: $50• 2nd Place: $30• 3rd Place: $20 💧 Water & Finish Line Treats 🍩• Water station at the halfway point• Finish‑line refreshments include bottled water, Krispy Kreme doughnuts, chocolate milk, cookies, fruit, Gatorade, and more 🎶 Entertainment & Atmosphere• Live DJ throughout the event• Piedmont Cheering Hearts senior squad welcoming runners at the finish• Award ceremony with photo opportunities• Spectator‑friendly course with strong community support 🚫 Race Guidelines• No pets allowed for safety reasons (service animals permitted)• Cyclists will follow the final runner to ensure a safe finish and timely results 🚴 📞 Questions?Contact Jim Smith at 336‑406‑1569