
From the Organizer
The Annual Robin Run celebrates the life and rich legacy of Robin Givens. Robin encouraged others, especially youth, to be their best selves. The proceeds of the Robin Run will go to the Foundation YMCA Programs, such as Y-GIG, summer camps, and swimming lessons.
Registration:
• The Robin Run 5K is open to people of ALL AGES & ABILITIES
• Shirts are guaranteed to those who register for the 5K by October 21st.
• There will be race day registration, but we encourage you to register before the October 21st shirt guarantee cut off.
5K Early Packet Pickup:
• For those who have pre-registered only
• Race site located at the Foundation YMCA 212 Broad Street West Wilson NC 27893 (Parking Deck Address)
• Friday November 13th 4:30pm-6:30pm
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
66°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wilson 3 Sw, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
47,740
as of 2023
Elevation
131 ft
Nearest Airport
PGV
Pitt-Greenville Airport · 31 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 49 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 Robin Run, 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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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)
Robin Run
Nov 7, 2026