Rise & Run - Southern Pines

Southern Pines, United States • 18 Apr 2026

Event details

The Rise & Run 5K takes place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Southern Pines, North Carolina. The event is presented by Friend to Friend and is the 10th annual running of the race. The venue is listed as National Athletic Village in Southern Pines.

Distances

  • 5K Trail Run
  • 1 Mile Kids Run (10 & Under)

Additional information

The 5K is run on a scenic trail course with natural terrain. The event day includes live music, food trucks, and a kids corner. All proceeds support Friend to Friend and their work empowering survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.

Registration opens December 31, 2025. The listed price for the 5K is $35 and for the 1-mile kids run is $22; prices increase after March 31, 2026. Registrations on or before April 1 are guaranteed a t-shirt; registrations after that date will receive a shirt only if available. Packet and swag bag pick up details are to be announced. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
5k Trail Run
1 Mile Kids Run (10 & Under)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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