Bright Futures Fun Run
- Date
- October 11, 2026
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
- Price
- $30
From the Organizer
Join Durham Public Schools Southwest Regional schools for our 3-Mile & 1-Mile Run Sunday, October 11th @ 8:00 am. This is a great way to show your love for our Durham Public Schools and be together with our community. The race will begin and end at the Miracle League of the Triangle's Durham field, featuring a fun, block-party-style event. Our Southwest region schools include: Jordan High School, Lakewood Montessori Middle School, Sherwood Githens Middle School, Lakewood Elementary School, Forest View Elementary School, Hope Valley Elementary School, Murray-Massenburg Elementary School, Morehead Montessori Elementary School, CC Spaulding Elementary School, Creekside Elementary School, and Southwest Elementary.
Be sure to sign up for the school you are representing. A portion of all registrant proceeds will go back to the school runners represent. All other registration funds will go to the organizing school, Morehead Montessori, to cover costs of the event.
This is a rain or shine event with NO make up date. All sales are final.
Events
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
71°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Durham, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Durham, NC
Population
288,465
as of 2023
City Elevation
335 ft
Nearest Airport
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 11 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Bright Futures Fun Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
116
Days to train
- Race
- Bright Futures Fun Run
- Date
- October 11, 2026
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Bright Futures Fun Run?
- Bright Futures Fun Run is a running race held in Durham, North Carolina on October 11, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Bright Futures Fun Run?
- Sunday, October 11, 2026 in Durham, North Carolina at Miracle League of the Triangle - Durham field. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Bright Futures Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Bright Futures Fun Run
Oct 11, 2026