
From the Organizer
This event is hosted by Veterans who are raising funds to assist other Veterans. We hope you will join us in reaching our goal to have fun while raising funds to help those who have defended our country and our freedoms. The event will not be chip timed in 2026.
Events
Weather
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
72°
Typical Low
48°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Haw Rvr 1e, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 31 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Marine Corps League Semper 5K Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
Little Gherkin 5K
5 miles away
SOCKSQUATCH 8K
12 miles away
9/11 Commemorative 5K Run/Walk
Less than a mile away
Cane Creek Mtn Trail Run
9 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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.
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)
Marine Corps League Semper 5K Run/Walk
Oct 17, 2026