The Fall 2026 Kids 5K – Cary takes place at 2575 New Hope Church Road in Cary, North Carolina on August 25, 2026. Despite its name referencing a 5K distance, the actual event offered is a 1-mile run, making it accessible for younger or less experienced runners. The race starts at 6:00 PM, which works well for families planning their day around the evening event. Entry costs $70.00 per participant. If you're traveling to Cary for this kids' running event, you'll want accommodation near the New Hope Church Road venue to minimize travel time on race day and allow flexibility with warm-up routines.
From the Race Organizer
Fall 2026 Kids 5K training in Cary is brought to you by Triangle Run Smart Training, presented by Pace Yourself Run Company and The Running PTs. Class is 8 weeks long , meeting once per week, and is geared toward kids aged 8-14 years old . The goal of the class is to have fun, get healthy, and work their run endurance up to running a 5K at the end of the season. ALL levels & paces are welcome! Kids will be grouped in smaller pace groups after a timed mile so they can train with similar paces. Class will be capped at 40 registrants. Cost of the class is $70. No refund and no deferral if you drop out of the class after registering. Please do not register if you're unsure of your child's schedule and have a potential conflict with another activity. No class switches after registering. Cost includes: 8 weeks of 1 coached workout per week, a season training plan with suggested workouts on non-class days as well, 20% off discount at Pace Yourself Run Company (some restrictions apply), educational information coordinated by The Running PTs, a medal, and a training shirt. If you have financial difficulty in affording a training class, please contact us. We have a donation program that can help out. Coaches Patti Tiernan & Tara Wind will coach this class. Program dates: August 25, 2026 - October 13, 2026. 1 class per week: Tuesdays 6:00-7:00pm for August & September dates; class will meet 5:30-6:30pm for October dates (due to losing daylight). The class will meet at New Hope Church Trailhead Park in Cary (2575 New Hope Church Road, Cary, NC 27519). Kids' class code of conduct: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14deMsXZhJYGNYvXWYLM_AMU0nF-j3m0DSlVmNHMvjrQ/edit?usp=sharing Kids' Allergy Handling Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NrwBLhW5qZ1X00l3e57nHxaC33rosyuNiyuBYrBjmi4/edit?usp=sharing Please direct any questions to Training Coordinator, Kelly Svihovec: coachkelly@trianglerunsmart.com
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 25.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Cary, NC.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
Fall 2026 Kids 5K – Cary 2026 — Cary, NC takes place on August 25, 2026. The race is held in Cary, North Carolina.
Where is Fall 2026 Kids 5K – Cary 2026 — Cary, NC held?
Fall 2026 Kids 5K – Cary 2026 — Cary, NC is held at 2575 New Hope Church Road in Cary, North Carolina.
Where can I find hotels near Fall 2026 Kids 5K – Cary 2026 — Cary, NC?
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