The BIG Run

The Big Run

"In 1976, the runner’s high was taking the country by storm. Fifty years later, Fleet Feet and Brooks are still celebrating that feeling with The Big Run, bringing runners together for feel-good movement, summer sunshine and celebration rooted in community.
So join us, and let the good miles roll!"

Lace up your running shoes and join us for a special edition of The BIG Run! Not only will we be celebrating Global Running Day with a FREE community 5K, but we're also celebrating the Fleet Feet's 50th anniversary and the 20th anniversary of the Raleigh/Morrisville franchise!

Here's what's included: 

🥇 The first 500 people to register, will receive special 50th anniversary finisher medals*
👟 We're giving away 5 Brooks shoes to random participants*
🎪A HUGE vendor expo with shoe demos, giveaways, and merch for sale!
☕🍩 Food/coffee trucks for pre & post-run fuel
🧘‍♀️ Post-run yoga & cold plunge

*You must register, attend the race, and check in to receive your medal and be eligible to win a shoe

Schedule

7:00AM: Check-in begins. When you arrive to WakeMed Soccer Park, be sure to check in with one of the workers
7:30AM: Warm up with Black Girls RUN! & pre-run announcements
8:00AM RUN BEGINS
9:00AM: Post-run yoga with YogaSix (Bring a mat and towel if you plan to participate) & cold plunge

NOTE: This is not a race, it's a celebratory 5K fun run. There is not official timing or results.
Dogs are NOT allowed at the park/on the course.

Brands:
TBD

Community Partners:
TBD

Join fellow runners on June 14, 2026 for the The BIG Run. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Cary.