# Flat & Fast Rural Hall 5K - **When:** Fri, Oct 23, 2026 · 7:00 PM CDT - **Where:** Rural Hall Elementary School, Rural Hall, NC, 27045 - **Event page:** https://runthis.run/event/rs-65608-flat-fast-rural-hall-5k ## Registration Register on the event's own site: https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/RuralHall/FlatandFastRuralHall5K10K?aflt_token=58wBqomPr6bPwa1YDhuKo0IQvrNCjzTq ## Description 19th Annual Rural Hall Race 🏃‍♂️ 5K Run/Walk | 2026 Event  Proceeds Benefit Rural Hall Elementary School ❤️ Join us for this cherished community tradition where every step directly supports students at Rural Hall Elementary School! Whether you’re a competitive runner, a casual walker, or bringing the whole family, this event truly has something for everyone. Register today and support our school!   📅 Race Day Information Date: Saturday, October 24 5K Start Time: 8:15 AM Location: Rural Hall Elementary School 275 College Street Rural Hall, NC 27045 🅿️ Parking available on school property and nearby streets. ☀️ Race will be held rain or shine.   ⚠️ COURSE CHANGE – PLEASE READ Due to NCDOT road construction on Bethania–Rural Hall Road, we are unable to use our previous course. ✅ New Start & Finish Location: Rural Hall Elementary School 🛣️ Course Details •  USATF‑Certified 5K Course for accurate, official results •  Gun Start with Chip Timing for precise race tracking •  Flat, Fast Out‑and‑Back Route along a protected lane of Broad Street •  Runner, Walker, Stroller & Family‑Friendly Layout •  Spectator‑Friendly Course with strong community support   🔔10K Race Update  A 10K will not be offered in 2026. We plan to revisit the addition of a 10K next year once a suitable route is identified and certified off Broad Street.    📝 Packet Pick-Up & Registration Early Packet Pick-Up Thursday, October 22: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Friday, October 23: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location:        AgSouth Farm Credit        340 Bethania-Rural Hall Rd.        Rural Hall, NC 27045 Race Day Packet Pick-Up & Registration Opens at 6:30 AM at Rural Hall Elementary School Online and walk-up registration available Participants registering after October 21 at 6:00 PM must pick up packets on race morning   👕 Race Shirts • Adults: Hanes Sport™ Cool Dri moisture‑wicking shirts with 50+ UPF sun protection • Youth: Hanes soft 50/50 cotton/poly blend shirts   🏆 Awards & Prizes 🏅 Olympic‑Style Age Group Medals Awarded to top finishers in each group: • Under 10 • 10–14 • 15–19 • 20–24 • 25–29 • 30–34 • 35–39 • 40–44 • 45–49 • 50–54 • 55–59 • 60–64 • 65–69 • 70+ 🎃 Halloween Costume Contest 💰 Cash Prizes • 1st Place: $50 • 2nd Place: $30 • 3rd Place: $20 💧 Water & Finish Line Treats 🍩 •  Water station at the halfway point •  Finish‑line refreshments include bottled water, Krispy Kreme doughnuts, chocolate milk, cookies, fruit, Gatorade, and more    🎶 Entertainment & Atmosphere •  Live DJ throughout the event •  Piedmont Cheering Hearts senior squad welcoming runners at the finish •  Award ceremony with photo opportunities •  Spectator‑friendly course with strong community support   🚫 Race Guidelines •  No pets allowed for safety reasons (service animals permitted) •  Cyclists will follow the final runner to ensure a safe finish and timely results 🚴   📞 Questions? Contact Jim Smith at 336‑406‑1569 --- Source: [https://runthis.run/event/rs-65608-flat-fast-rural-hall-5k](https://runthis.run/event/rs-65608-flat-fast-rural-hall-5k) — data from Run This (runthis.run).