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 Information

Date: Saturday, October 24

5K Start Time: 8:15 AM

Location: Rural Hall Elementary School

275 College Street

Rural Hall, NC 27045

🅿️ Parking available on school property and nearby streets.

☀️ Race will be held rain or shine.

⚠️ COURSE CHANGE – PLEASE READ

Due 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.

📝 P acket Pick-Up & Registration

Early Packet Pick-Up

Thursday, October 22: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Friday, October 23: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Location:

AgSouth Farm Credit

340 Bethania-Rural Hall Rd.

Rural Hall, NC 27045

Race Day Packet Pick-Up & Registration

Opens at 6:30 AM at Rural Hall Elementary School

Online and walk-up registration available

Participants 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 Medals

Awarded 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

Community event in Rural Hall, Forsyth County, NC 27045.