10TH Annual
10th Annual 5K Run & Walk
10th Annual 5K Run & Walk is a running race on September 12, 2026 in Rocky Mount, NC.
- Date
- September 12, 2026 (40 days to go)
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Walk. Run. Make a Difference.
Join the Jasmine Sickle Cell Warriors Foundation, Inc., for our 10th Annual 5K Run & Walk as we come together to raise awareness for sickle cell disease, promote healthy living, and support families impacted by sickle cell throughout Eastern North Carolina.
Whether you're a seasoned runner, casual walker, family member, caregiver, or community supporter, this event is designed for all ages and fitness levels. Every step taken helps us continue providing education, advocacy, support services, community programs, and resources for individuals and families living with sickle cell disease.
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
83°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rocky Mt 8 Ese, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Rocky Mount, NC
Population
54,175
as of 2023
City Elevation
113 ft
Nearest Airport
PGV
Pitt-Greenville Airport · 31 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 55 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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40
Days to train
- Race
- 10th Annual 5K Run & Walk
- Date
- September 12, 2026
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10th Annual 5K Run & Walk
Sep 12, 2026