Run the Branch 5k

Lace up your running shoes and join us for the 4th Annual Run the Branch 5k! Participants will begin walking, jogging, or running at Municipal Park and head down Sam’s Branch Greenway and back.

We will be offering a Tot Trot for children ages 6 and under. Participants will participate in a short (0.1) untimed run across the event lawn and back. All participants will receive a ribbon. Tot trot will take place at 9:45

Tot Trot:
Cap at 50, ages 6 and under
No registration fee – optional t-shirt option if registered by April 15, $10
Youth small – Youth large

Registration:
Early Bird $30 by April 15; $45 April 16 – Race Day
 
Awards:
Top 3 overall male and female runners. Awards are 11 & under, 12-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & over.
 
Giveaway: 
Race registration includes t-shirt. Sizes include Youth - S, M, L, Adult - S, M, L, XL, XXL. Must register by April 15 to guarantee t-shirt size.
 
Packet Pickup:

Packet pickup will be available at the following locations:

Deep River Brewing Company
700 W Main Street #102
Clayton, NC 27520

Thursday, May 7th
5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Packets will also be available for pick up on race day! Please look for the Clayton Parks and Recreation tent which will be located on the Caterpillar Stage.
 
 ***Unfortunately, we cannot allow animals on the race course.

Join fellow runners on May 9, 2026 for the Run the Branch 5k. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Clayton.