Registration for the UNC SHAC 5K runs $25 to $30. The race takes place on October 4, 2026, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, with a 7:30 AM start at 180 E Cameron Avenue. This is a straightforward 5K running event, making it accessible for runners training at various fitness levels. Chapel Hill offers runners a college-town setting with typical fall conditions in early October. If you're traveling to this race, you'll want accommodations close to the venue for an easy pre-race morning.
From the Race Organizer
UNC’s SHAC (Student Health Action Coalition) Clinic is the oldest student-run clinic in the nation, helping medically underserved populations in Chapel Hill and surrounding areas. Join us in celebrating the SHAC’s 58th anniversary at the SHAC 5K & Health Fair on Sunday, October 4th! Last year, we had over 150 runners and walkers registered to support UNC's SHAC Clinic and so many amazing sponsors! 100% of the proceeds will go towards SHAC’s free health services for our uninsured and underinsured neighbors in Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Durham. Whether you sign up for the 5K or donate - your help and support is greatly appreciated! If you will not be participating in the event, click here to donate. The 5K starts and finishes at 7:30 am at the UNC Campus Y Courtyard located at 180 E Cameron Ave in Chapel Hill. Free parking is available anywhere on campus. Parking is also available on Franklin Street. The entry fee is $25 if registered by September 15th. Beginning September 16th, the entry fee will increase to $30 up to and including race day. The entry fee includes a t-shirt with sizes guaranteed to all those registered by September 15th. After that date the shirts will be given out “as available.” Pre-registered entrants can pick up their race packets and late entrants can register beginning at 7 am on race day. Prizes will be given to the overall first, second, and third place male and female finishers, as well as to the top non-binary finisher. Prizes will also be awarded to the top finisher in each of the following age groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60 and over. If you have any questions or comments, you can direct them to SHAC_events@med.unc.edu.
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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 Chapel Hill, 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
UNC SHAC 5K 2026 — Chapel Hill, NC takes place on October 4, 2026. The race is held in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Where is UNC SHAC 5K 2026 — Chapel Hill, NC held?
UNC SHAC 5K 2026 — Chapel Hill, NC is held at 180 E Cameron Ave in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Where can I find hotels near UNC SHAC 5K 2026 — Chapel Hill, NC?
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