Eve Carson Memorial 5K for Education 2026 — Chapel Hill, NC

Date
November 8, 2026
Location
Chapel Hill, NC
Venue
Bynum Hall
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00
Events
5K In-Person Participant
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Eve Carson Memorial 5K for Education takes place at Bynum Hall in Chapel Hill, North Carolina on November 8, 2026, with an 7:30 AM start time. The 5K entry fee is $25.00. If you're traveling to Chapel Hill for the race, note that a virtual participation option is available, giving you flexibility in how you compete. Whether you run in person at the venue or participate remotely, you'll be supporting education through this memorial event. Chapel Hill offers various lodging options to accommodate runners coming from out of town, making it accessible for those traveling to the race.

From the Race Organizer
The 2026 Eve Carson Memorial 5K for Education is an event to celebrate the outstanding leadership and support of community service Eve Carson exhibited during her time at UNC-Chapel Hill. This year, the 19th Annual Eve Carson Memorial 5K will be held on November 8, 2026, with registration and check-in starting at 6:00 am and the race beginning at 7:30 am! We have a great route starting and finishing at Bynum Hall/Circle. Packet pickup will occur Friday, November 6 on campus (details coming soon!), but if you are unable to pick up your packet in advance, you can also pick it up before the race starts on November 8th. Pre-race festivities start at 7:15 am and include a performance by the Clef Hangers , as well as a few surprises to help celebrate this exciting event! Additionally, we will have many vendors and family-friendly activities! Virtual participants can join the Strava group to track their run or walk and compete with other participants through 11:59 pm November 13th. The Eve Carson 5K has become one of the most widely supported philanthropy events in the Carolina community, and with your help, we hope to have another tremendously successful event! Proceeds from this year’s event will once again benefit the Eve Marie Carson Memorial Junior-Year Merit Scholarship and the Pi Beta Phi Literacy Fund.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Eve Carson Memorial 5K for Education 2026 — Chapel Hill, NC?

Eve Carson Memorial 5K for Education 2026 — Chapel Hill, NC takes place on November 8, 2026. The race is held in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Where is Eve Carson Memorial 5K for Education 2026 — Chapel Hill, NC held?

Eve Carson Memorial 5K for Education 2026 — Chapel Hill, NC is held at Bynum Hall in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

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