Kilometers For The Kids

Race Website: https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/ChapelHill/CarolinaFortheKidsformerlyUNCDanceMarathon

The Carolina For The Kids' race series, Kilometers For The Kids, is a hybrid event, meaning there is an in-person race and a virtual option! Join us for an interactive weekend on November 12-15! All proceeds will directly benefit the patients and families of UNC Children's Hospital.

In-Person 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run - November 15, 2026

The in-person race will take place on November 15th at 7:30 am. You will have the choice of either running, jogging, or walking the one-mile Fun Run or 5K. The race will begin at the Old Well on UNC's campus and take place throughout the University's campus.

Sign up for the race by October 16th, you will get a FREE t-shirt included!

Old Well Location: East Cameron Ave., Chapel Hill, NC 27599

Virtual Events - 5K and 10K - November 12-15, 2026

The virtual race can be completed any time between November 12th-15th. You can run a 5K or 10K. By participating in a virtual race, you get to run, jog, or walk anywhere you would like. Also you get to time it yourself and submit your results online! Whether you live in Chapel Hill or several states away, you are welcome to participate!

In-Person & Virtual Participant Packet Pick-Up

By participating in any of the races, you have the choice of receiving a race packet! All packets will contain a KFTK shirt, various coupons for community businesses, snacks, and a For The Kids story. In addition, Fun Run packets will have a themed activity, and 10K/5K packets will include an exclusive KFTK sticker.

Community event in Chapel Hill, Orange County, NC 27514.