Where the Wild Things Run
About this race
Where the Wild Things Run 5K
Join us for an exciting community run that supports the future of our local parks! This scenic 5K course will wind through the beautiful natural landscapes of Denton, North Carolina, showcasing the area's native wildlife and scenic routes.
Event Highlights:
- Scenic 5K course through Denton's natural terrain
- Commemorative t-shirt and medal
- Age group prizes for top performers
- Proceeds directly support the development of a new community park
Race Details:
Get ready to run through breathtaking local landscapes while supporting a great cause. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a community supporter, this event offers something for everyone!
Note: Limited edition t-shirts and medals available for the first 100 registered runners. Don't miss your chance to be part of this exciting community event!
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Where the Wild Things Run 5K
Race-day daylight
We have no recorded weather for Denton yet, but sunrise and sunset follow from the venue and the date.
The sun rises at 7:06 AM and sets at 7:21 PM local time (EDT) in Denton on September 19, 2026 — 12h 15m of daylight.
Course
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2026 results — Where the Wild Things Run
Where the Wild Things Run 5K · 66 finishers
| Place | Name | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rus Howell | 18:38 | 6:00 /mi |
| 2 | Wyatt Dabbs | 20:51 | 6:43 /mi |
| 3 | Matthew Holtry | 21:24 | 6:53 /mi |
| 4 | Gonzalo Estrada | 21:34 | 6:56 /mi |
| 5 | Harrison Fulbright | 23:30 | 7:34 /mi |
Every finisher is on the results page, filterable by distance, gender and age group.
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Different organizers, within 40 miles, in the next three months
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🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Denton
Find upcoming events by distance:
- Denton 5K Races 2 races
- Denton Running Calendar 2026 4 races
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, 4 Denton events
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