The 12th Annual Ostomy 5K takes place on the American Tobacco Trail in Durham, North Carolina on October 4, 2026. The event offers two distance options: a 5K and a 25-mile run. The race starts at 10:00 AM. Entry fees range from $20 to $3,500, accommodating various participation levels. Whether you're looking for a short, fast 5K or tackling the longer 25-mile challenge, this Durham-based event provides options for different training cycles and goals. The American Tobacco Trail offers a dedicated running surface for both distances.
From the Race Organizer
Join us and celebrate Ostomy Awareness Day and the 12th Annual Run For Resilience Ostomy 5k Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, October 4th, 2026 at our NEW LOCATION at Solite Park on the American Tobacco Trail! All proceeds will benefit the United Ostomy Association of America (UOAA) a 501 3(c) non-profit charity that helps patients living with an ostomy or continent diversion through support, education and advocacy. For more information regarding ostomies visit UOAA's website at www.ostomy.org . Race Day Schedule and Packet Pick-up Information October 4, 2026 9:00 AM Registration and packet pick up opens 9:30 AM Silent Auction starts 10:00 AM Race Announcements 10:10AM Fun Run/Walk Race Starts 11:15 AM Kids Dash 11:25 AM Awards and Closing Announcements 11:35 AM Silent Auction Ends *Times are subject to change CREATE OR JOIN A RACE GROUP/TEAM! Once you’ve registered you have the option to CREATE a new RACE GROUP/TEAM or to JOIN one that’s already been established. This is a great way to get others in your community to Register to Participate in the Run and compete against each other . Invite family, friends, co-workers to Register, pick to be on your Race Group/Team (or start their own), order their T-Shirt & Bib and celebrate the day with you! (Please note this is NOT a Team Fundraiser. To set up a Personal or Team Fundraiser, please go to the DONATE button.) FUNDRAISING - Raise $150 or more and your Registration Fee will be refunded! Fundraising is an important aspect of our Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K. Funds raised help UOAA continue to provide resources, educational materials, advocacy and support to the ostomy and continent diversion community. We invite you to set up your own Personal or Team Fundraiser when registering to participate in the event, or through our DONATE button at the top of this page. You can create a unique Fundraiser Name and URL address, personalize your fundraising message, and direct your friends and family to your page to join your team or sponsor you in your fundraising goal. FUNDRAISING INCENTIVES ♦Fundraising Level - Empower : $250+ in fundraising individually or as a Team Captain. ♦Fundraising award: TBD ♦Fundraising Level - Champion: $450+ in fundraising individually or as a Team Captain ♦Fundraising award: TBD The Champion level fundraisers will also receive the Empower level fundraising award. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SPONSORSHIP : If you are interested in sponsoring the race, please contact us at Ostomy5kDurham@gmail.com or Jen Small at UOAA's National Office jen.small@ostomy.org DONATIONS United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports, empowers and advocates for the estimated 725,000 to 1 Million people who are living with an ostomy or continent diversion across the country. Your generous donation helps us to raise awareness of this life-saving surgery and to continue our mission of promoting their quality of life through information, support, advocacy and collaboration. To make a Donation or start a Fundraising Team, please click on the "DONATE" Button at the top of this page. 💙RUN REFERRAL PROGRAM Invite 5 other people to register and participate in the Run with you and you will be refunded $20 on YOUR registration! Simply share your unique referral link found on your registration confirmation page (email) "Remember to invite your friends with your special URL https:// ..." The referral program is valid for all in-person run locations and the virtual event so even if they cannot join you where you are, they can still celebrate from afar! 💚NEW THIS YEAR! Event Registration Protection is now available for participants! For just a few dollars at checkout, you can add coverage to your registration and receive a refund if you’re unable to attend due to a qualifying reason. It’s a simple way to register with confidence and peace of mind. Terms apply—please review the policy for details on qualifying events.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 4.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Durham, 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
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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
When is 12th Annual Ostomy 5k, Durham NC 2026 — Durham, NC?
12th Annual Ostomy 5k, Durham NC 2026 — Durham, NC takes place on October 4, 2026. The race is held in Durham, North Carolina.
Where is 12th Annual Ostomy 5k, Durham NC 2026 — Durham, NC held?
12th Annual Ostomy 5k, Durham NC 2026 — Durham, NC is held at American Tobacco Trail in Durham, North Carolina.
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