Bloom & Zoom takes place on May 8, 2027, in Cary, North Carolina, at 201 Soccer Park Dr. The event features running distances of 1 mile, 5K, and 8K, with a typical start time of 8:00 AM. Entry fees range from $5 to $100 depending on distance and registration timing. Beyond the races themselves, Bloom & Zoom includes an expo and additional activities. If you can't make it in person, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete your chosen distance on your own schedule. This multi-format approach makes it accessible for runners with varying schedules and commitments.
From the Race Organizer
Benefitting Many Local Charities Course Records - WakeMed Soccer Park Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code! 5K - Male: J. Timmons - 17:30 (2023) 8K - Male: R. Shew - 26:58 (2026) 5K - Female: L. Duncan - 19:55 (2019) 8K - Female: J. Franklin - 32:07 (2018) RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL! Nonprofits provide important programs and services to our community for the needs not met by the government or other organizations. Unfortunately, they can't all have their own races to help raise support for their missions. That's why Fit & Able is staging the Bloom & Zoom charity distance festival at no charge to the participating nonprofits to help them raise much needed revenue and provide them the opportunity to raise awareness about their efforts too. IN-PERSON RACE INFORMATION VIRTUAL RACE INFORMATION COURSE MAPS EXHIBITOR INFORMATION SPECTATOR INFORMATION Participating Nonprofits Include (TBA as they join!): If you know of a great local charitable organization that may like to participate in the Bloom & Zoom please contact us at info@fitandable.net . All races will have a mass start at 8:00 AM for the Fun Mile and 8:15 AM for the 5K / 8K and the course closes for all races at 9:45 AM ( In-person Race Day Schedule ). Please consider your race pace when deciding which event to run. * For any participants who feel they may need some extra time, please contact us at info@fitandable.net . WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH BLOOM & ZOOM REGISTRATION: IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL 5K, 8K, and Fun Mile race options Bloom & Zoom finishers medal and gift included for all 5K, 8K, and Fun Mile participants (guaranteed if signed up by April 25th). Shirts available for purchase separately. Over $4,000 in potential in-person & virtual Overall (Top 3 Male / Female), Age Group (Top 3 Male / Female), Picking Up the Pace, and New Course Record awards Great rewards and prizes you can earn by referring your friends and family to sign up with you or even recruiting them to race as a "team"! * More details below Earn points for Fit & Able's Free-for-All Race Series to win big end-of-year prizes! Check out the current standings: Free-for-All Race Series . If you are interested in sponsoring Bloom & Zoom please email Info@FitandAble.net for more information! We can't wait to see you at Bloom & Zoom!
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 8.
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
Bloom & Zoom 2027 — Cary, NC takes place on May 8, 2027. The race is held in Cary, North Carolina.
Where is Bloom & Zoom 2027 — Cary, NC held?
Bloom & Zoom 2027 — Cary, NC is held at 201 Soccer Park Dr. in Cary, North Carolina.
Where can I find hotels near Bloom & Zoom 2027 — Cary, NC?
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