Stead Tread 5k 2026 — Durham, NC

Date
September 27, 2026
Location
Durham, NC
Venue
4704 Fayetteville Road
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$35.00
Events
5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Stead Tread 5K costs $35.00 to enter and takes place in Durham, North Carolina on September 27, 2026. The race starts at 9:00 AM at 4704 Fayetteville Road. This is a straightforward 5K running event, making it accessible for athletes training for fall race season or looking for a solid workout in the Durham area. With a morning start time, you'll want to plan your pre-race logistics accordingly if you're traveling from out of town. Registration at this price point is competitive for local 5K events, making it worth considering if you're scheduling races around the Labor Day weekend period.

From the Race Organizer
The Stead Tread is a 5K (3.1 mile) Run/Walk organized by the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Duke University Medical Center. All proceeds benefit the Lincoln Community Health Center, a clinic dedicated to meeting the health care needs of medically underserved patients in Durham. The Stead Tread is named for Dr. Eugene Stead, Chairman of Medicine at Duke from 1947-1967. Our event carries forward his legacy of community service and contributions in the Duke and Durham communities. Registration Fees: $35 per person Free for Lincoln patients and for kids 12 years and younger Registrations will not be reimbursed if the event is cancelled due to weather. Giveaway: Sign up by September 1st to guarantee a t-shirt. After this date, we will do our best to provide you with a t-shirt but size and availability are not guaranteed. Awards: Top 3 overall (Male / Female / Nonbinary) Fastest Duke Internal Medicine resident (Male / Female) Fastest Lincoln patient (Male / Female) Fastest Housestaff not in the Duke Internal Medicine Program (1) Fastest Faculty (Male / Female) Fastest Duke student (Male / Female) Fastest Duke Advanced Practice Provider (APP) (Male / Female) Fastest Age 12 and under (Male / Female) Fastest Age 13-18 (Male / Female) Fastest Age 50-69 (Male / Female) Fastest Age 70+ (1) Fastest Stroller (1) Fastest Pet (1) Best Costume (1) *Additional prizes to be announced at the event! *Only chip-timed participants will be eligible for awards.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Stead Tread 5k 2026 — Durham, NC?

Stead Tread 5k 2026 — Durham, NC takes place on September 27, 2026. The race is held in Durham, North Carolina.

Where is Stead Tread 5k 2026 — Durham, NC held?

Stead Tread 5k 2026 — Durham, NC is held at 4704 Fayetteville Road in Durham, North Carolina.

Where can I find hotels near Stead Tread 5k 2026 — Durham, NC?

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