Faith in Motion
- Date
- September 19–21, 2026
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
- Price
- $10–$25
From the Organizer
Lace up your sneakers and put your faith in motion—literally! Whether you're a seasoned runner, a joyful jogger, or a “walk and worship” kind of soul, the Faith in Motion 5K is your chance to move your body, lift your spirit, and join a community of people who aren’t afraid to run their race—with purpose.
This isn't just a 5K. It's a celebration of faith, fitness, and fellowship. Set against the backdrop of uplifting music, encouraging scripture signs along the path, and high-fives from our faith squad volunteers, every step you take reminds you: God is with you, stride by stride.
Event Features:
• Chip-timed 5K run/walk
• Faith-fueled finish line celebration
• Finisher medals + opportunity to buy T-shirts
• Family-friendly & stroller-welcome!
Awards:
- Top 3 Overall Male & Female
- Fastest time for any individual representing a ministry team/group
- Overall fastest team time calculation by ministry team/group
- Largest team
- We’d like to honor the participants who show us the span of generations represented today — our Trailblazer, who reminds us of endurance and strength, and our Rising Star, who inspires us with youthful energy.
Whether you're running to honor your journey, walking to pray for someone you love, or just want to show the world that faith still moves—this race is for YOU.
Virtual 5K: We are also be offering a virtual option for people who would like to participate in Faith in Motion but are not local. You will complete your 3.1 miles anytime between October 3rd-5th and submit your time to the RaceJoy app.
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
82°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rocky Mt Wilson Ap, 10 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?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Faith in Motion, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
94
Days to train
- Race
- Faith in Motion
- Date
- September 19–21, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Faith in Motion?
- Faith in Motion is a running race held in Rocky Mount, North Carolina on September 19, 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 Faith in Motion?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Rocky Mount, North Carolina at The Impact Center. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Faith in Motion?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Faith in Motion
Sep 19, 2026