16th Annual Leader of the Pack 5K – Forest City, NC 2026
Date
May 2, 2026
Location
Forest City, NC
Venue
McNair Field
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $30.00
Events
Leader of the Pack 5K, DIY 5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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New route for 2026!!!! https://www.strava.com/routes/3474337912105886828 Join us for the 15th Annual Leader of the Pack 5K run/walk - Saturday May 2, 2026 at the McNair Field in Forest City, NC . Not able to join the fun on race day? Sign up for the DIY (Virtual) 5K. You may choose to run/walk any course at your convenience. Registration Rate & Dates Now until April 16, 2026: Adults: $25 , Students [Age 18 & under]: $10 April 17, 2026 until Race Day (May 3, 2025): Adults $30 , Students [Age 18 & under]: $15 DIY 5K : Adults $25 , Students [Age 18 & under]: $10 Race shirt guaranteed if registered by April 18, 2025. After this date, shirts will be available while supplies last on race day. PACKET PICK UP : Friday, May 2, 2025: 3:00-6:00 p.m., McNair Field, 214 McNair Dr. Forest City Race Day: 6:30 a.m. - 8:20 a.m.,McNair Field, 214 McNair Dr. Forest City RACE START : 8:30 a.m. Award Ceremony : Approximately 9:45 a.m. 5K Awards : Top Overall Male/Female (1st, 2nd, & 3rd) Top Masters [40+]
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