Flat & Fast Rural Hall 5K

🏃‍♂️ 18th Annual Rural Hall 5K Walk/Run 🏃‍♂️

Benefiting Rural Hall Elementary School - Join us for the 19th running of this beloved community event, where every stride supports the students of Rural Hall Elementary! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to walk for a cause, we’ve got something for everyone.

📅 Race Day Schedule

5K Start: 8:15 AM

🛣 Certified Courses

Both the 5K is USA Track & Field certified, with a gun start and chip timing for precise results.

• 5K Course: A completely flat, out-and-back route along a blocked lane of Broad St - ideal for young runners, walkers, and strollers.

📍 Location & Parking

Start/Finish Line: Rural Hall Elementary School
Address: 275 College St  Rural Hall, NC 27045
Additional parking at Rural Hall Moravian

👕 Race Shirts

• Adults: Hanes Sport™ Cool Dri moisture-wicking shirts with 50 UPF sun protection
• Youth: Hanes soft 50/50 cotton/poly blend shirts
• Register early to guarantee your size!

🏆 Awards & Prizes

• Top 3 Overall Male & Female in both races receive trophies
• Olympic-style medals awarded in age groups:
• 5K only: Under 10, 10–14
• 10K only: Under 15
• Both races: 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70+

🎃 Bonus: Wear your best Halloween costume in the 5K for a chance to win $50, $30, or $20 cash prizes!

💧 Water Stations & Finish Line Treats

• Two water station passes
• Finish Line: Bottled water plus a delicious spread—Krispy Kreme doughnuts, chocolate milk, cookies, fruit, Gatorade, and more!

🎉 Entertainment & Atmosphere

• Live DJ spinning tunes throughout the event
• Piedmont Cheering Hearts senior squad welcoming runners at the finish
• Photo ops during our in-person award ceremonies
• Spectator-friendly course with enthusiastic volunteers and community support

📝 Registration & Packet Pick-Up

Early Packet Pick-Up:
 - Thursday, Oct 22: Noon–5 PM
 - Friday, Oct 23: 9 AM–4 PM
 - Location: AgSouth Farm Credit, 340 Bethania-Rural Hall Rd   Rural Hall, NC 27045

Race Day Packet Pick-Up & Registration:
 - Opens at 6:15 AM at Rural Hall Elementary School
 - Pre-registered runners after Oct 21 at 6 PM can pick up packets at registration
 - Online and walk-up registration available on race day
 

🚫 Race Guidelines:

• For safety reasons, no pets allowed (except service dogs).
• Cyclists will follow the final runner to ensure everyone finishes safely and to help finalize results quickly.

📞 Questions?

Contact Jim Smith at 336-406-1569

Join fellow runners on October 24, 2026 for the Flat & Fast Rural Hall 5K. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Rural Hall.