Rescue Run 5K
- Date
- August 22, 2026
- Location
- Bicentennial Park, Asheboro, NC
- Distance
- The Rescue Run 5k · Virtual Rescue Run 5k
From the Organizer
**TAKE A STAND WITH EVERY STEP: Because in the fight for our Children, Retreat is not an option!**
Every day, predators target our children. Every hour, another innocent life is changed forever. On August 22nd, YOU can help make a difference!
Join The Invictus Project's Fourth annual 5K Rescue Run and become part of the front line defending our community's most vulnerable. This isn't just a race—it's a movement. When you lace up your shoes, you're fighting one of the darkest, fastest-growing criminal enterprises targeting our children.
Your presence sends a powerful message: Not in our community. Not on our watch.
Bring your colleagues. Rally your neighbors. Unite your friends. Together, we aren't just raising awareness—we're building an army of protection around the children who need us most.
**Business owners: Your sponsorship doesn't just support an event—it declares your commitment to protecting children in our community. Contact us today to learn how your business can stand with us at Whitney@theinvictusproject.org
*Critical deadline: Register by July 30th to secure your participant swag bag. After this date, supplies and sizes cannot be guaranteed.*
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
86°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Asheboro 2 W, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Asheboro, NC
Population
27,353
as of 2023
Elevation
835 ft
Nearest Airport
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 28 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 Rescue Run 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Rescue Run 5K?
- Rescue Run 5K is a running race held in Asheboro, 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 Rescue Run 5K?
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Asheboro, North Carolina at Bicentennial Park, Asheboro, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Rescue Run 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Rescue Run 5K
Aug 22, 2026