Flat & Fast Rural Hall 5K

‍♂️ 19th Annual Rural Hall Race ‍♂️

5K Run/Walk - Proceeds Benefit Rural Hall Elementary School ❤️ 

Join us for this cherished community tradition where every step supports the students at Rural Hall Elementary School! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to walk for a cause, we’ve got something for everyone. 

Race Day Information

 - Date: Saturday, October 24

 - 5K Start Time: 8:15 AM

Course Details

 - USA Track & Field–certified 5K course

 - Gun start with chip timing

 - Flat, out-and-back route along a blocked lane of Broad Street

 - Perfect for runners, walkers, families, and strollers

 Location & Parking

Start/Finish Line:

Rural Hall Elementary School

275 College St.

Rural Hall, NC 27045

Additional Parking:

Rural Hall Moravian Church

Race Shirts

 - Adults: Hanes Sport™ Cool Dri moisture-wicking shirts with 50+ UPF sun protection

 - Youth: Hanes soft 50/50 cotton/poly blend shirts

Register early to guarantee your shirt size.

Awards & Prizes

 - Top 3 Overall Male & Female receive trophies

 - Olympic-style medals awarded by age 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, and 70+

Halloween Costume Contest

Win cash prizes of $50, $30, and $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 photo opportunities

 - Spectator-friendly course with strong community support

 Packet 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

 - Participants registered after October 21 at 6:00 PM must pick up packets on race morning

 - Online and walk-up registration available

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