St Leo - Run Leo 5K, 10K, and John Hanson Fun Run
- Date
- March 13, 2027
- Distance
- Run Leo 10K Race · John Hanson Fun Run · Run Leo 5K Race
From the Organizer
Registration Is OPEN for the 2026 Run Leo road races!
Run Leo is one of the premier races in the Triad with upwards of 1000 runners each year.
It is the main fund raiser in support of the children of St. Leo Catholic School.
Our 2027 Run Leo Road Race will be run on Saturday, March 13th.
If you sign up for the virtual race, you can run it any time between the 9th and the 14th. Then, post your times and pictures by the 14th.
So, come join us!
Registration works the same as in years past. We will post your time on our web site and you'll get a quality t-shirt.
Finally, of course, you'll show your support for our wonderful students and faculty.
If you can't join us by running, you can donate to the cause by clicking on the Donate link in the menu to the left.
If you are interested in sponsoring this year's race or would like more information, please email us at RunLeo@stleocatholic.com
Be sure to visit this page closer to the event for any updates.
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.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
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 St Leo - Run Leo 5K, 10K, and John Hanson Fun Run?
- St Leo - Run Leo 5K, 10K, and John Hanson Fun Run is a running event held in Winston-Salem, NC. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the St Leo - Run Leo 5K, 10K, and John Hanson Fun Run?
- Saturday, March 13, 2027 in Winston-Salem, NC at 333 Springdale Ave, Winston-Salem, NC. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the St Leo - Run Leo 5K, 10K, and John Hanson Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
St Leo - Run Leo 5K, 10K, and John Hanson Fun Run
Mar 13, 2027