Cupid Dash 5K/10K
About this race
The Cupid Dash is ready to kick off your Valentines Day activities. Whether you’re a seasoned racer or a first-timer eager to join in, this race is for everyone. All ages and fitness levels are welcome—kids, teens, parents, adults, and experienced runners alike. Registration for the 5k and 10k includes t-shirts and Halloween-themed medals that are sure to give you a fun fright. This event will be timed.
The Kids’ 1-Mile Run/Walk option is open to kids ages 4-11 years old. It includes a shirt if registered by February 1, 2027, and special finisher medal and a candy bag at the finish line. An adult must accompany the child. This event will be untimed.
If you are unable to join us in person, we will have a virtual option for you as well. Red and Pink aren’t required but are highly encouraged, Remember, it’s all about family-friendly fun!
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Running
Cupid Dash 10K
Packet Pick up Information Packet pickup will only be available on race morning from 7am-8:45am. Location: Jacksonville Commons Recreation Center, 100 Recreation Circle, Jacksonville NC 28546 Everyone must pick up and check in themselves. 9:00am- We are asking that those who are walking or running with strollers and pets, line up in the back. This is a timed start and will not impact your race time. Awards will be before the kids 1 mile walk/run.
Cupid Dash 5k
Packet Pick up Information Packet pickup will only be available on race morning from 7am-8:45am. Location: Jacksonville Commons Recreation Center, 100 Recreation Circle, Jacksonville NC 28546 Everyone must pick up and check in themselves. 9:15am- We are asking that those who are walking or running with strollers and pets, line up in the back. This is a timed start and will not impact your race time. Awards will be before the kids 1 mile walk/run.
Cupid Dash 1 Mile Run/Walk
Packet Pick up Information Packet pickup will only be available on race morning from 7am-8:45am. Location: Jacksonville Commons Recreation Center, 100 Recreation Circle, Jacksonville NC 28546 Everyone must pick up and check in themselves. 9:30am- We are asking that those who are walking or running with strollers and pets, line up in the back. This is a timed start and will not impact your race time.
Cupid Dash Kids 1 Mile Run/Walk
Packet Pick up Information Packet pickup will only be available on race morning from 7am-8:45am. Location: Jacksonville Commons Recreation Center, 100 Recreation Circle, Jacksonville NC 28546 Everyone must pick up and check in themselves. 10:30 am- We are asking for everyone to be lined up and ready to go as soon as the awards are completed for the adults. Will provide a medal for the kids directly after the race is over.
Cupid Dash Virtual
Typical race-day weather
Based on 2 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Jacksonville, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:57 AM and sets at 5:50 PM local time (EST) in Jacksonville on February 13, 2027 — 10h 53m of daylight.
Course
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 18 Jacksonville events
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