Mercy Health 5k & Fun Run
- Date
- October 31, 2026
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
- Price
- $20–$30
From the Organizer
Join us for the first annual Mercy Health 5k & Fun Run at E. Carroll Joyner Park in Wake Forest, benefiting Mercy Health Clinic. This community event brings together runners, walkers, and families of all ages to help expand access to quality healthcare for neighbors in need.
Participants can choose between a timed 5k or a family-friendly 1-mile fun run.
Proceeds directly support Mercy Health Clinic’s mission to provide free medical care to those in need (www.mercyhealthnw.org/partner/). Whether you’re running for a personal best or simply showing up in support, every step helps make care more accessible in Wake Forest.
Registration:
5k
- $30 (through July 31)
- $35 (August 1 - October 14)
- $40 (October 15 - October 29)
- $45 (October 30 - October 31)
Fun Run
- $20 (through July 31)
- $25 (August 1 - October 14)
- $30 (October 15 - October 29)
- $35 (October 30 - October 31)
Registration will be accepted on the day of the event.
Awards:
- Top Overall Male and Female
- Top Male and Female in each age group: 10 and under, 11-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, 71+
Giveaway:
T-shirt will be included with registration fee. Those registered before October 15 will receive a t-shirt.
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
63°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Falls Lake, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Wake Forest, NC
Population
51,199
as of 2023
City Elevation
329 ft
Nearest Airport
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 18 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.
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Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Mercy Health 5k & Fun Run
- Date
- October 31, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Mercy Health 5k & Fun Run?
- Mercy Health 5k & Fun Run is a running race held in Wake Forest, North Carolina on October 31, 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 Mercy Health 5k & Fun Run?
- Saturday, October 31, 2026 in Wake Forest, North Carolina at E. Carroll Joyner Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Mercy Health 5k & Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Mercy Health 5k & Fun Run
Oct 31, 2026