Cantaloupe 5k
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Distance
- 5k
From the Organizer
Join us for the 12th running of this summer-time classic. The rural and flat 5k route, a USAT&F certified course, starts and ends near the Ridgeway Volunteer Fire Department.
Late Registration and Packet Pick-up: Runners who want to pick up their race packet on Friday evening, can do so at the race site. RD Tommy Tucker will be at the community building and will have t-shirts and bib numbers available from 5 to 7 this evening. Race-day registration and packet pickup will be Saturday morning beginning at 6:00 a.m.
Please make sure you register by July 1st to guarantee your t-shirt!
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
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.
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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 Cantaloupe 5k?
- Cantaloupe 5k is a running event held in Norlina, NC. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Cantaloupe 5k?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Norlina, NC at 101 Ridgeway - Drewry Road, Norlina, NC. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Cantaloupe 5k?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Cantaloupe 5k
Jul 11, 2026