From the Organizer
World Relief Durham serves refugees and other immigrants who have settled in the U.S. through a variety of programs. Durham has long supported newcomers and their families through annual events like Durham Refugee Day, held every June.
Join us for WRD's 3rd Run for Refugees 5K on August 22, 2026! We hope to welcome WRD supporters and new friends into a community of like-minded people and celebrate the rich diversity of backgrounds in our area.
This year we are excited to announce that we are partnering with small businesses and vendors at the 5k to bring some additional life to the overall event. More details will come out closer to the date of the race.
Race Information
Date: August 22, 2026
Start time: 9:00A.M.
Location: Miracle Park: 473 Morehead Ave, Durham, NC 27701
Parking: South Parking Deck American Tobacco Campus
Registration
Children age 5 and under can participate with an adult for free (no t-shirt or timing included) - no registration required
$20 - Children Registration (under 18), T-shirt & professional timing included
$30 - Adult Registration, T-shirt & professional timing included
*Register by July 31 to receive a shirt.
Early Bird Pricing: March 1 to June 15
Regular Pricing: June 16 to August 15
Week of Pricing: August 16 August 22
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run for Refugees 5k?
- Run for Refugees 5k is a running event held in Durham, NC. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Run for Refugees 5k?
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Durham, NC at 473 Morehead Ave, Durham, NC. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run for Refugees 5k?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Run for Refugees 5k
Aug 22, 2026