• Hillsborough, NC

The Big Run 5K presented by Brooks

  • Distance(s): 1 Mile, 5K
    • Race Overview: A race coming up on 2026-06-03 in Hillsborough, NC. Get all the nerdy details below or follow the sign up links to secure your spot today!
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    Race data last checked: 2026-03-19

    Race Overview:

    Celebrate five decades of running with Fleet Feet at The Big Run presented  by Brooks. This community 5K on Global Running Day is all about summer vibes, shared memories and the kind of runner’s high that keeps you coming back. Register today for The Big Run and let the good miles roll!

    The first 300 registered in-person runners/walkers will get a medal, t-shirt, a locopop, and some goodies from our sponsors. We're excited to work with our local and national sponsors for this event!

    PACKET PICK UP:

    • May 30th, 2026 – 10am to 2pm at Fleet Feet Carrboro
    • June 3rd, 2026 – 10am to 12pm at Fleet Feet Ninth Street

    Kids Run:

    We will have a free and family friendly kid run starting at 6 pm! We'll do a shorter version of our run (~1 mile) and all kids will be given a medal! We'll have a quick check-in before the run around 5:55pm near the start/finish line. Family members are encouraged to run with their kids! Thank you!

    Parking:

    Parking is available in the Hillsborough Public Parking Deck behind the Weaver Street Market (please do not park in the lot in front of Weaver Street Market). You can then walk over to the start line at the Eno River Farmer's Market Pavilion (144 E Margaret Lane). 

    Submitting Virtual Results:

    For those who are running and walking with us virtually you can complete your 5K anytime between 6/3/2026 and 6/3/2026. Please upload your results to our RunSignUp page here. Click the Submit Virtual Results button and you can search for your registration by name or by email. 

    Global Running Day Kick-Off Run:

    We're starting Global Running Day off on the right foot with a fun and FREE 3.1 miles run/walk on June 3rd at 7 am at Fleet Feet Carrboro.  Come celebrate this holiday with your community. This fun run/walk is free however, if you'd like to receive The Big Run t-shirt and medal you can register for the Virtual Race for $30. All paces and all people are welcome!

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