JKL AERO 5K
About this race
Get ready to run, roll, and soar at the JKL AERO 5K—where Raleigh’s roads become your runway and every stride takes flight! ✈️🏃♀️
Hosted by JKL AERO, this high-energy 5K is more than a race—it’s a full-throttle celebration of movement, community, and lift-off level fun in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina. Whether you’re a seasoned speedster, a casual jogger, or just here for the vibes, this event is cleared for takeoff for all fitness levels.
Expect:
A smooth, scenic course through Raleigh that’s faster than a tailwind
Aero-themed fun from start to finish (yes, there may be puns)
Music, cheers, and high-fives to keep you cruising
Epic post-race celebrations that land perfectly after 3.1 miles
Lace up, fuel up, and prepare for a race that’s equal parts sweat, smiles, and sky-high energy. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just enjoying the ride, the JKL AERO 5K proves that in Raleigh, running really can take you places.
🛫 Fasten your laces. Hit the runway. Let’s fly.
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JKL AERO 5K
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Typical race-day weather
Based on 2 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Raleigh, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:19 AM and sets at 5:03 PM local time (EST) in Raleigh on December 19, 2026 — 9h 44m of daylight.
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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, 61 Raleigh events
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