
From the Organizer
The annual 5K is back and ready to hit the streets of historic downtown New Bern! Hosted by New Bern Parks and Recreation, this high-energy race is part of the iconic Mumfest weekend - a community favorite packed with music, food, arts, and family-friendly fun.
This year, the wait is over! We’re officially debuting the exciting new route we were ready to roll out last year—now better than ever. Runners will enjoy a partially closed course that winds right through the heart of the Mumfest festival footprint, putting you in the middle of all the action!
And because every great race deserves a great finish… enjoy free mimosas at the finish line as you celebrate your run!
Lace up, soak in the atmosphere, and be part of one of New Bern’s most vibrant fall traditions! Made possible with the support of our sponsors: Thompson Homes Real Estate Group and Swiss Bear Inc.
Registration Fees:
Fun Run - $20
5K
Register by August 31st to guarantee a race shirt!
Awards:
5K
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
77°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from New Bern Craven Co Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
31,563
as of 2023
Elevation
13 ft
Nearest Airport
EWN
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 111 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
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Mumfest MUMosa 5k & Fun Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
125
Days to train
Coming Up
Coastal Center for Hope & Healing's Run for Shelter
Less than a mile away
Epiphany Cross Country #1
Less than a mile away
Middle School 3K Cross Country Race @ Fightertown XC (Register on NC Milesplit)
17 miles away
Epiphany Cross Country #2
Less than a mile 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)
Mumfest MUMosa 5k & Fun Run
Oct 11, 2026