Feel the Burn 5K & 10K 2026 — Princeton, NC

Date
October 10, 2026
Location
Princeton, NC
Venue
501 Dr. Donnie Jones Blvd
Start Time
6:00 PM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $35.00
Events
5K, 10K
Includes
T-Shirt
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Feel the Burn 5K & 10K takes place in the evening on October 10, 2026, with a 6:00 PM start time in Princeton, North Carolina, which means you can plan a full day at your destination before heading to the race venue at 501 Dr. Donnie Jones Blvd. The event offers both 5K and 10K distances, giving runners flexibility depending on their training cycle and goals. Entry fees range from $25 to $35, making it an affordable option for your race calendar. The evening timing works well if you're traveling from out of state and want to avoid an early morning drive or prefer to race after a day of rest and fueling. Consider booking accommodation nearby to minimize travel time before the start and to stay local the night after racing.

From the Race Organizer
🔥 17th Annual Feel the Burn 5K & 10K 🔥 Lace up and join us for Princeton Volunteer Fire Department’s biggest (and one of our only!) fundraisers of the year. We're a 100% volunteer crew, and your support keeps us fired up and ready to serve! 🕖 Evening Race Alert! Races begin at 6:00 PM Registration & check-in open at 4:30 PM 🏃‍♀️ Course Info: 5K is USATF Certified 10K = Run the 5K course twice 💵 Entry Fees: Now through September 30th: 5K – $25 10K – $30 ✅ Shirt included & guaranteed through Sept 30 October 1st – Race Day: 5K – $30 10K – $35 🚫 No shirt guarantee after Sept 30 🏅 Awards: 1st & 2nd place finishers (male & female) in both races in the following age groups: under 14, 15-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-59, 60 Come for the run. Stay for the cause. Let’s Feel the Burn together! 🔥👟

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Race Travel Insurance

Don't forget travel insurance for October 10.

You've trained for months and booked a trip to Princeton, 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Feel the Burn 5K & 10K 2026 — Princeton, NC?

Feel the Burn 5K & 10K 2026 — Princeton, NC takes place on October 10, 2026. The race is held in Princeton, North Carolina.

Where is Feel the Burn 5K & 10K 2026 — Princeton, NC held?

Feel the Burn 5K & 10K 2026 — Princeton, NC is held at 501 Dr. Donnie Jones Blvd in Princeton, North Carolina.

Where can I find hotels near Feel the Burn 5K & 10K 2026 — Princeton, NC?

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