From the Organizer
The goal of the Pirates 5k is to raise money to help pay for runners on the team to attend summer camp and provide financial aid for them throughout the season. Funds are also raised to help the Corinth Holders High School cross country team to help pay for their meet entries and general expenses. We aim to make cross country and running an experience that is for everyone!
Registration Fees:
Participants 18 and under
- Through 8/5/26 – $25
- 8/6/26 – 8/21/26 – $30
- Race Day (8/22/26) – $35
Participants Age 19+
- Through 8/5/26 – $30
- 8/6/26 – 8/21/26 – $35
- Race Day (8/22/26) – $40
Awards:
- Top 3 Overall Male and Female
- Top Male and Female in each age group: 13 and under, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
- Pass the Pirate Challenge: Outrun the Pirates and win a special award!
Giveaway:
Every participant receives a race shirt! Register by 8/6/2026 to guarantee availability and preferred shirt size.
Course:
The 5k course is a two loop course with a few hills, but mostly flat around our school's campus. See map below.
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
87°
Typical Low
68°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Clayton 3e, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Wendell, NC
City Elevation
313 ft
Nearest Airport
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 23 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Pirates 5k?
- Pirates 5k is a running race held in Wendell, North Carolina on August 22, 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 Pirates 5k?
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Wendell, North Carolina at 6875 Applewhite Road. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Pirates 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Pirates 5k
Aug 22, 2026